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Valproic Acid

Depakene, Depakote, Stavzor, Depacon

Use With Caution While Breastfeeding

Valproic acid levels in breastmilk are low, and breastfeeding during monotherapy does not appear to adversely affect infant growth or development.

Prescription · Source: NIH LactMed®, May 2025

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