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Resources
Patient information
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NHS – Sodium valproate - General NHS information about sodium valproate, including how and when to take it, side effects, pregnancy, interactions and common questions.General NHS information about sodium valproate, including how and when to take it, side effects, pregnancy, interactions and common questions.
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Epilim Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) – electronic Medicines Compendium -
The Patient Information Leaflet supplied with sodium valproate contains important information about taking the medicine, warnings, possible side effects and when to seek medical advice. Different formulations and brands have their own PIL. You can search for your particular medicine on the electronic Medicines Compendium (eMC).
Current safety guidance
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MHRA – Valproate: reproductive risks - central current resource covering information for women, men and healthcare professionals, together with the current safety and educational materials.
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GPC – Updated valproate safety and educational materials — useful if someone specifically wants the regulatory safety materials and information supporting patient discussions.
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Treatment and monitoring
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NHS Specialist Pharmacy Service – Valproate monitoring — this is more professional-facing, but I think it belongs in your resources because it shows the recognised monitoring associated with treatment, including baseline and ongoing monitoring.