Posted by SLS on September 13, 2005, at 9:43:53
In reply to Re: Vigabatrin (Sabril) - Anyone plan on trying it » SLS, posted by Chairman_MAO on September 13, 2005, at 8:44:59
> If you decide to do this, PLEASE follow up with an opthamologist who is familiar with the drug. It has caused IRREVERSIBLE derangement of the visual field in a relatively large percentage of those who've taken it.
Thanks C_M.
I was aware of that, but I didn't know it was in such a large percentage of people. Thanks. I think I'll stay away from it.
:-)
It is too bad that felbamate produces aplastic anemia and hepatotoxicity. I believe the NIMH reviewed its psychiatric effects and discovered that it can be stimulating and activating like lamotrigine. There is even a report of it inducing mania.
It's always something with these drugs.
- Scott
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