Question

A 45-year-old with epilepsy is well-controlled on sodium valproate. She is planning pregnancy. What is the most appropriate advice regarding her medication?

Accepted Answer

Stop valproate and start lamotrigine

Answer

Continue sodium valproate at the same dose

Answer

Switch to carbamazepine

Answer

Stop all antiepileptic drugs immediately

Answer

Reduce sodium valproate dose by half

Practice question

A 45-year-old with epilepsy is well-controlled on sodium valproate. She is planning pregnancy. What is the most appropriate advice regarding her medication?