Has There Been a Depakote Recall?
Depacon, Depakote, Depakote CP, Depakote ER, Depakene and Stavzor have been linked to cognitive problems (such as decreased IQ scores, autism and Asperger’s syndrome) and physical birth defects (such as spina bifida, atrial septal defect, cleft palate, hypospadias, extra fingers or toes and craniosynostosis) in babies exposed to the drugs during pregnancy.
At this point, there has not been a recall for these drugs, nor has Depakote’s manufacturer, Abbott Laboratories, issued a voluntary recall. However, just because there has not been a recall does not mean that Depakote is a safe product. Last year, the FDA advised health care professionals that the anti-seizure medication related products should not be taken by pregnant women for the prevention of migraine headaches in a safety communication.
If you, your wife or a loved one used Depakote or a related drug and this caused a child to develop cognitive problems or physical birth defects, contact the Depakote attorneys of ZKB Law. You can call the firm toll free at (888) 841-9623 or online by submitting the free case evaluation form found on this page.
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