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tiagabine /ti·ag·a·bine/ (ti-ag´ah-bēn) an anticonvulsant agent used as the hydrochloride salt as an adjunct in the treatment of partial seizures.

tiagabine,

an anticonvulsant.

indication It is used as an adjunct treatment for partial seizures.

contraindication Known hypersensitivity to this prohibits its use.

adverse effects Adverse effects include dizziness, anxiety, somnolence, ataxia, amnesia, unsteady gait, depression, vasodilation, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, pruritus, rash, pharyngitis, and coughing. Abrupt discontinuation of this drug can cause sudden onset of seizures. Simultaneous use of the herb ginkgo may decrease anticonvulsant effectiveness.

tiagabine [ti-ag´ah-bēn]

an anticonvulsant agent used orally as the hydrochloride salt as an adjunct in treatment of partial seizures.

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