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Interview EP16
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Explains that she wants to be on the lowest effective drug dose well before she is ready to conceive.
Diagnosed with epilepsy in 1992. Has tried sodium valproate (Epilim), lamotrigine (Lamictal) and topirimate (Topamax), though epilepsy is not controlled. Current medication: sodium valproate (Epilim) and topirimate (Topamax).
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Aged 30-49
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Interview EP27
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Discusses her concerns about pregnancy and the possible risks to the baby.
Diagnosed with epilepsy in 1995. Tried a number of different drug treatments, and on average has about one seizure per year. Current medication: lamotrigine (Lamictal).
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Interview EP24
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Voices her concerns about drugs and pregnancy, and the need for more information.
Diagnosed with epilepsy in 1993. Has tried various different drug treatments, and has been seizure free for a year. Current medication: vigabatrin (Sabril), lamotrigine (Lamictal) and levetiracetam (Keppra).
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Interview EP30
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Explains that she would like more information about pregnancy for women with epilepsy.
Diagnosed with epilepsy in 1985. Has tried several different drug treatments, and had 4 years free of seizures. Seizures restarted in 1996 and epilepsy is currently not completely controlled. Current medication: carbamazepine (Tegretol) daily and clobazam (Frisium) when needed.
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