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Are you taking Lamotrigine (Lamictal) or Valproic Acid (Depakote/Depakene)?

We are looking for volunteers to participate in a one-visit research study on how medications affect the function of folic acid in preventing birth defects. This research study will be conducted at the Cushing Neuroscience Institute. This is a one-visit research study that involves a brief interview and one blood draw. There is no cost to you for being in the study and you will receive compensation for your time.

Patient Inclusion Criteria:
You may be eligible for our study if you are:

• A woman between 18-50 years old.
• Currently taking Valproic Acid (Depakote, Depakote-ER, Depakene), or Lamotrigine (Lamictal) for your neurologic or psychiatric condition.
• Have been on a stable dose of Valproic Acid (Depakote, Depakote-ER, Depakene) or Lamotrigine (Lamictal) for at least 6 weeks.
• If you are taking Lamotrigine: Have never taken Valproic Acid in the past
• If you are taking Valproic Acid: Have never taken Lamotrigine in the past

Contact:
Connie Lau
Biomedical Research Alliance of New York
Located in: Great Neck, NY 11021
Telephone: 516-325-7060
Email: clau@nshs.edu

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