A popular “essential” medicine may be putting unborn babies at risk

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A major review across 73 countries finds that access to antiseizure medications is rising, but safe prescribing isn’t keeping pace. Valproate—linked to serious birth defects—remains widely used in many regions despite WHO warnings. Limited access to newer drugs means millions may still be at risk. Researchers urge global education and stronger safeguards.

Source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2 ... 050530.htm
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