Driving impairment
This medicine may affect your ability to drive or use machines.
Leaflet GABITRIL 15mg film-coated tablets
Precautions:
Dose adjustment in hepatic impairment
Dose adjustment may be needed in liver disease.
Dose adjustment in renal impairment
Dose adjustment may be needed in kidney disease.
Dizziness / vertigo
This medicine may cause dizziness or vertigo.
Breastfeeding warning
Use during breastfeeding only on medical advice.
Pregnancy warning
Use during pregnancy only on medical advice.
Suicidal ideation / mental changes
Seek medical help if suicidal thoughts or major behavior changes occur.
Drowsiness / sedation
This medicine may cause drowsiness or reduced alertness.
Tiagabine is an antiepileptic medication used for the treatment of partial seizures, with or without secondary generalization. It works by inhibiting the reuptake of GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), an inhibitory neurotransmitter, thereby increasing its levels in the brain and reducing excessive neuronal activity.
The medication is taken orally, usually two to four times daily, as directed by a doctor. The dosage is gradually adjusted to minimize the risk of side effects.
Patients should be monitored for potential side effects, such as dizziness, drowsiness, or confusion. It is important for patients to inform their doctor of any unusual symptoms or the use of other medications.
Common side effects include dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, and irritability. In rare cases, severe reactions such as severe confusion or allergic reactions may occur. Patients should be informed of these risks before starting treatment.
The medication is taken orally, usually two to four times daily, as directed by a doctor. The dosage is gradually adjusted to minimize the risk of side effects.
Patients should be monitored for potential side effects, such as dizziness, drowsiness, or confusion. It is important for patients to inform their doctor of any unusual symptoms or the use of other medications.
Common side effects include dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, and irritability. In rare cases, severe reactions such as severe confusion or allergic reactions may occur. Patients should be informed of these risks before starting treatment.
General data about GABITRIL 15mg
- Substance:
- tiagabine
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-07-2013
- Product code:
- W14078003
- Concentration:
- 15mg
- Pharmaceutical form:
- film-coated tablets
- Quantity:
- 50
- Product type:
- Original
- Prescription status:
- P-6L — Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is not retained by the pharmacy and may be renewed; the prescription may be used for 6 months from the date of issue.
Concentrations available for tiagabine
- 10mg
- 15mg
- 5mg