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Valproate review

Valproate Review

Section

Medication use

Are you currently taking valproate as prescribed?
What is it prescribed for?
Do you have any issues taking your medication?

Effectiveness

Is your condition well controlled on this medication?
Have you had any recent symptoms?
For example, seizures, mood changes

Side effects

Have you experienced any side effects?
Which side effects have you experienced?

Safety checks

Are you currently pregnant?
Are you planning a pregnancy?
Are you using effective contraception?
Are you under a Pregnancy Prevention Programme (PPP)?

Risk acknowledgment

Valproate can cause serious harm to an unborn baby if taken during pregnancy. If there is any chance of pregnancy, this medication must be carefully managed and reviewed regularly.

Pregnancy, breastfeeding and fertility while taking sodium valproate

Confirmation *

Annual review requirement

Have you had a specialist review for this medication in the last 12 months?

Monitoring

Please provide your latest readings if available:

mmHg

If you do not have any recent readings, please book a nurse appointment at the surgery.

Review needs

Do you feel your medication needs changing?
Would you like to discuss your treatment with a clinician?

Additional information