Talk to Psychiatry on Pregnancy
Asking for Self, Female, 30 years old, Islamabad
I have bipolar disorder. I use tablet of Epival 250mg on daily basis for last 4 years. Now I'm pregnant. I want to know that my disorder or Epival divalproex medicine will affect on my baby ? What should I do now?
Anum Riaz - Psychologist
M.Phil. Applied Psychology | Islamabad
Aapki concern bilkul valid hai. Pregnancy mein Epival (divalproex/valproate) ke use ko seriously review karna zaroori hai, kyun ke valproate pregnancy mein baby ke liye significant risks se associated hai. Lekin medicine apni taraf se achanak band na karein, kyun ke bipolar disorder ka relapse bhi pregnancy ke dauran mother aur baby dono ke liye risk create kar sakta hai.
Please apne psychiatrist aur gynecologist/obstetrician se urgently contact karein aur unhein batayein ke aap pregnant hain aur 4 saal se Epival 250 mg use kar rahi hain. Doctor aapki pregnancy, bipolar symptoms aur medication history dekh kar safer treatment option aur required prenatal monitoring decide karega.
Counselling bhi pregnancy ke dauran mood stability, anxiety aur stress management mein supportive ho sakti hai, lekin medication ka decision psychiatrist ke through hona chahiye.
Yes, Epival (divalproex/valproate) can affect pregnancy, particularly during the first trimester. However, please do not stop Epival suddenly on your own. Abrupt discontinuation can lead to recurrence of depression or mania, which can also adversely affect both you and the pregnancy. , you should contact your psychiatrist and obstetrician as soon as possible to review whether Epival should be gradually replaced with a safer alternative appropriate for pregnancy. The decision depends on your bipolar history, previous relapses and the stage of pregnancy. , you should contact your psychiatrist and obstetrician as soon as possible to review whether Epival should be gradually replaced with a safer alternative appropriate for pregnancy. The decision depends on your bipolar history, previous relapses and the stage of pregnancy. , you should contact your psychiatrist and obstetrician as soon as possible to review whether Epival should be gradually replaced with a safer alternative appropriate for pregnancy. The decision depends on your bipolar history, previous relapses and the stage of pregnancy. , you should contact your psychiatrist and obstetrician as soon as possible to review whether Epival should be gradually replaced with a safer alternative appropriate for pregnancy. The decision depends on your bipolar history, previous relapses and the stage of pregnancy. Also start folic acid supplementation.
You need psychological sessions and therapies to treat your problems permanently without medicine if feasible consult me
Because you are pregnant and taking Epival (divalproex/valproate), please contact your psychiatrist and obstetrician as soon as possible. Valproate can carry important risks during pregnancy, including increased risk of birth defects and effects on the baby’s development. However, do not stop Epival suddenly or change the dose yourself, as untreated bipolar disorder and abrupt medication changes can also create risks for you and the pregnancy.
Your doctors can review your pregnancy stage, current dose, bipolar history, and available treatment alternatives and make an individualized plan. A psychiatric consultation is important to discuss whether your medication should be changed and how your mood can be safely monitored during pregnancy. Please arrange an appointment promptly rather than waiting until your next routine visit.
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Mjy doctor ny pregnancy me Epival divalproex 250mg rok kr risp 1mg or paraxyl 3mg jari rkhny ko kaha Hy.. kia pregnancy me ye medicine thik rahen ge?
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