Mothers' Epilepsy Drug May Lower IQs of Kids

Study urges caution for popular valproate

By John Johnson, Newser Staff

Posted Apr 15, 2009 6:03 PM CDT

(Newser) – Children born to women taking the popular epilepsy drug valproate have notably lower IQs than other kids, a new study shows. The anti-seizure drug, sold generically and under the brand name Depakote, also is prescribed for migraines, pain, and psychiatric disorders, the New York Times... Read full story »

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