In December of 2009, the FDA warned of serious birth defects associated with use of the drug Depakene.
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The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting Depakene side effect claims in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know has taken Depakene and been injured, you should contact our firm immediately for a free case consultation. Please click here to contact our Dangerous Drug Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.
More Depakene Information
Depakene, also known as valproic acid, is currently used to treat epilepsy, bipolar disorder, major depression, migraine headaches and schizophrenia, although researchers are exploring other potential uses for the drug. While the drug helps many people, in December of 2009, the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) warned doctors and patients that exposure to Depakene during pregnancy can cause serious birth defects. The National Institute of Health estimates that the drug increases the risk of serious birth defects by three times. Birth defects associated with Depakene include spina bifida, other neural tube defects, craniofacial defects, cardiovascular defects, skeletal and limb defects, and “valproate syndrome”. The drug harms the fetus during the first twelve weeks of pregnancy and the likelihood of harm increases with higher doses.
Depakene Side Effects:
- Neural tube birth defects
- Craniofacial defects
- Cardiovascular malformations
- Cognitive impairment
- Valproate Syndrome
- Limb and skeletal defects
- Other serious birth defects
Do I Have a Depakene Lawsuit?
The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting Depakene side effect claims in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know has taken Depakene and been injured, you should contact our firm immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Dangerous Drug Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.
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