Antenatal & maternal medicineFree in the app
Thyroid & epilepsy
Common medical conditions in pregnancy.
Source: BTF 2018 · MHRACondition
| Hypothyroidism | Increase levothyroxine 25–50 micrograms as soon as pregnant; TSH <2.5 first trimester, <3.0 later. |
|---|---|
| Epilepsy | Folic acid 5 mg; lamotrigine/levetiracetam safest; valproate ~10% malformations — avoid. |
A summary for trained clinicians. Always check the full guideline, the patient in front of you and your hospital's protocol. Spotted an error? Tell us.