UK MHRA publishes guidance on medicines containing valproate
Pharmaceutical Technology
OCTOBER 12, 2023
The UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has published updated guidance on valproate-containing medicines.
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The UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has published updated guidance on valproate-containing medicines.
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