New ban on epilepsy drug in pregnancy An epilepsy drug that can damage unborn babies must no longer be prescribed to girls and women of childbearing age in the UK unless they sign a form to say that they understand the risks.
Drug regulator the MHRA says the new measures it's introducing will keep future generations of children safe.
Those already on valproate medication should see their GP to have their treatment reviewed.
No woman or girl should stop taking it without medical advice though. BBC News
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