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Re: Depo Provera and epilepsy

From: William McIntosh, MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Fri, 9 Mar 2001 10:06:55 -0600 (CST)


At Thu, 8 Mar 2001, Rose wrote: >
>What are the pros and cons of a fifteen year old with epilepsy (on
>Depakote, Gabitril, Zyprexa, and Desogen, Ferrous sulf) taking the Depo
>Porvera shot. We've checked internet sites and they give us pros and
>cons, (but of the average person). Thanx for your time and information
>
>--
>Rose Frazier
>

Using the Depo-Provera has the potential to alter the circulating levels of your anti-seizure medications, but that is generally easy to allow for and control by frequent testing during the induction phase of the medication.

--
William D. McIntosh, MD, FACOG

This is for educational purposes only, and is not a substitute for consultation and examination by a licensed medical professional.




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