Why a Widely Used Drug Causes Birth Defects and Autism - SciTechDaily

Researchers determined that valproic acid prevents nervous system cells from properly developing and dividing When used during pregnancy, the drug valproic acid, which is used to treat bipolar disorder, migraines, and epilepsy, can lead to birth defects. Now,…

ByPLOSJuly 11, 2022 Researchers discovered how valproic acid, a medication commonly used to treat epilepsy, migraines, and bipolar disorder, causes birth defects when taken during pregnancy. Resear… [+4770 chars]

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