A 45-year-old with epilepsy is well-controlled on sodium valproate but planning pregnancy. Which statement reflects NICE guidance?...

Question

A 45-year-old with epilepsy is well-controlled on sodium valproate but planning pregnancy. Which statement reflects NICE guidance?

Accepted Answer

Discuss switching to an alternative and folic acid supplementation

Answer

Continue valproate if well-controlled

Answer

Switch to phenytoin immediately

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Folic acid is not necessary

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Encourage valproate as it's safest in pregnancy

NICE Epilepsy Guideline MCQ (SBA): Epilepsy