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Ive just been diagnosed with standard generalized epilepsy and started on epilim or sodium valproate. is it ok to continue taking calcium and mg tabs?

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

No problem: In fact your supplements may help retain chemical stability.

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 5/22/2015

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