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Treating bipolar disorder during breastfeeding
5 October 2023
Specific medicine switches for solid dose and liquid formulations
13 September 2023
Valproic acid and Sodium valproate monitoring
15 July 2021
Medicine Compliance Aid Stability
Depakote
Sanofi
Sanofi
Depakote
Tablets e/c 250mg, 500mg
A3 · Amber 3 No stability data is available. There are theoretical concerns with use in CAs, which may be mitigated by risk minimisation.
Airtight container
Store in airtight container. Max 7 days in MCA.
22 November 2022
Convulex
Gerot Lannach UK Limited
Gerot Lannach UK Limited
Convulex
Capsules e/c 150mg, 300mg, 500mg
A3 · Amber 3 No stability data is available. There are theoretical concerns with use in CAs, which may be mitigated by risk minimisation.
Airtight container
Protect from light
Protect from moisture
Store in airtight container. Protect from light and moisture.
20 December 2022
Lactation Safety Information
For mania
For mania
Carbamazepine; Appropriate second generation antipsychotic
Significant published evidence of safety in breastfeeding indicates small amounts in breast milk
Monitor infant for jaundice, bruising, and bleeding
MHRA states that it should not used in women of child bearing age unless Pregnancy Prevention Programme is in place, and only if other treatments are ineffective or not tolerated. For this reason, carbamazepine is preferred first-line in breastfeeding (see summary)
26 July 2021