Adherence to Antiseizure Medications Around Pregnancy

Neurology Open Access 2026 Open access

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Authors: Amanda V. Gusovsky, Chun Chieh Lin, Kevin A. Kerber, Seuli Bose Brill, Ann Scheck McAlearney, James Francis Burke, Sarita Maturu
DOI: 10.1212/wn9.0000000000000070
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Abstract

Evidence-based care for people with epilepsy of childbearing potential (PWECP) who become pregnant includes prescribing antiseizure medications (ASMs) to minimize seizure frequency while limiting teratogenic exposures (i.e., valproate, topiramate). We aimed to examine peripartum ASM discontinuation and adherence among PWECP; and whether patients seen by high-volume epilepsy providers have different teratogenic ASM exposure.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Pharmacological Effects and Toxicity Studies Epilepsy research and treatment Pregnancy and Medication Impact

Publication details

Journal / source
Neurology Open Access
Volume
2
Issue
1
Publication date
26 February 2026
Language
EN