Risk of oral clefts in children born to mothers taking Topamax - 0 views
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Sullo Law on 22 Jun 112. The benefits and risks of topiramate should be carefully weighed when prescribing this drug to women of childbearing age, particularly for conditions not usually associated with permanent injury or death. Alternative medications that have lower risk of oral clefts and other adverse birth outcomes should be considered for these patients. If decision is made to use topiramate in women of childbearing age, effective birth control should be used. Oral clefts occur in the first trimester of pregnancy before many women know they are pregnant.