SABRIL 500MG TAB

Overview

SABRIL 500MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

SABRIL 500MG TAB is composed of: VIGABATRIN (500 MG)

Vigabatrin is an anti-epileptic medicine, also called an anticonvulsant. Vigabatrin is used in combination with other medications to treat complex partial seizures in adults and children who are at least 10 years old. The powder form of vigabatrin is used to treat infantile spasms in babies and children between the ages of 1 month and 2 years.

Usage

VIGABATRIN is generally used to treat: Seizure, Infantile Spasms

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 1month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Precautions for SABRIL 500MG TAB and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney or liver impairment, vision problem, suicidal thoughts, depression, any allergy, who are taking other medication, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. It may develop with unusual weight gain; if it is so consult with your doctor. It may develop with increased risk of suicidal thoughts; watch them carefully. Perform eye examination regularly while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

VIGABATRIN over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Dizziness, Confusion, Slurred Speech, Agitation, Restless Or Irritability, Unusual Behavior, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Fainting

Common Side-Effects

VIGABATRIN : Nausea, Vomit, Head Headache, Weight Gain, Fatigue (tiredness)

Serious Side-Effects

VIGABATRIN : Mood Swings, Confusion, Hallucinations

Rare Side-Effects

VIGABATRIN : Skin Rash, Difficulty Breathing, Body Itching, Face Swelling

Disease Interactions

VIGABATRIN can interfere with: Depression, Psychosis, CNS Disorder, Peripheral Neuropathy

Technical Classification

VIGABATRIN is categorized as: GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID ANALOGS / ANTICONVULSANTS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

2 Times Daily	52%
3 Times Daily	38%

What was the Dosage Advised?

1/2tab	50%
1/4th tab	8%
1tab	8%
1/4 atb	8%
1/8th tab	8%
1 1/2tab	8%

How long was it prescribed?

7 Days	56%
28 Days	17%
3 Days	11%
9 Days	6%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

Below 5yrs	67%
5 to 12yrs	27%
18 to 35yrs	7%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females

53%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Neurologist

100%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

VIT D DPS	24%
VALIUM 2MG TAB	11%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

EEG (ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY)	18%
MRI BRAIN (MRI)	15%
EEG TEST (ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY)	15%

Available Alternatives for SABRIL 500MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

SABRIL 500MG TAB

INR 360 for 10 TABLETS

VIGABATRIN 500 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

VIGABATRIN

VIGABATRIN