Drug Name:Vigabatrin
Drug Class:Antiepileptic
Mechanism of Action:Irreversible inhibitor of GABA transaminase, leading to increased GABA levels in the brain
Use:Used to treat refractory complex partial seizures and infantile spasms
Side Effects:
  • Visual field defects (monitoring required)
  • Dizziness
  • Fatigue
  • Weight gain
Contraindications:Hypersensitivity to vigabatrin
Specialty:
  • Neurology
  • Pediatrics