Drug reference
vigabatrin
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Drug class
Central Nervous System (Anti Epileptic Drugs)
Mechanism of action
Irreversible inhibitor of gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA) transaminase, thereby increases the level of the inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA within the brain
Common side effects
- Somnolence
- Fatigue
- Convulsion
- Weight gain
- Permanent bilateral concentric ...
- ... visual field constriction
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is vigabatrin?
vigabatrin belongs to: Central Nervous System.
How does vigabatrin work?
Irreversible inhibitor of gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA) transaminase, thereby increases the level of the inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA within the brain
What are the common side effects of vigabatrin?
Somnolence, Fatigue, Convulsion, Weight gain, Permanent bilateral concentric ..., ... visual field constriction
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