Warnings


What may interact with Vigabatrin?

-clonazepam
-other medicines that may cause serious eye problems such as interferon-alpha, peg-interferon, prednisone, or methylprednisolone
-phenytoin

What should I tell my health care provider before I take Vigabatrin?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-history of a drug or alcohol abuse problem
-kidney disease
-low red blood cell counts (anemia)
-suicidal thoughts, plans, or attempt; a previous suicide attempt by you or a family member
-vision problems
-an unusual or allergic reaction to vigabatrin, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding

What should I watch for while using Vigabatrin?

Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular checks on your progress. This medicine needs careful monitoring.

It is important to get regular vision tests while taking this medicine. Report any changes in your vision to your health care professional right away.

Wear a medical ID bracelet or chain, and carry a card that describes your disease and details of your medicine and dosage times.

You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Alcohol may interfere with the effect of this medicine. Avoid alcoholic drinks.

The use of this medicine may increase the chance of suicidal thoughts or actions. Pay special attention to how you are responding while on this medicine. Any worsening of mood, or thoughts of suicide or dying should be reported to your health care professional right away.

This medicine may cause changes to MRI test results; ask your healthcare provider for more information.

Women who become pregnant while using this medicine may enroll in the North American Antiepileptic Drug Pregnancy Registry by calling 1-888-233-2334. This registry collects information about the safety of antiepileptic drug use during pregnancy.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children.

This medicine may cause accidental overdose and death if it taken by other adults, children, or pets. Mix any unused medicine with a substance like cat litter or coffee grounds. Then throw the medicine away in a sealed container like a sealed bag or a coffee can with a lid. Do not use the medicine after the expiration date.

Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Store in the original container.