Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Gabitril as follows: Gabitril use in expectant mothers could harm the unborn baby and result in birth defects. Gabitril use could be avoided during pregnancy and in women planning to get pregnant. Gabitril is mainly metabolized in the liver mostly to inactive metabolites, which are eliminated in feces and urine. Metabolism of Gabitril can be seriously impaired in individuals with history of compromised liver function. This can lead [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Gabitril as follows: Do not take Gabitril, if you ever manifested any allergic responses to intake of Gabitril or any other medications used to control seizures and nerve pain, such as, Lyrica and Cymbalta. In the event of an allergic response with any of these medications, check with your physician regarding your safety with intake of Gabitril. Gabitril use, especially in individuals with history of anxiety and bipolar [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Gabitril as follows: Teratogenic side-effects Gabitril use in expectant mothers could harm the unborn baby and result in birth defects. Discuss with your physician regarding your pregnancy and possible risk with Gabitril use, if you are being newly started on Gabitril. Gabitril use could be avoided during pregnancy and in women planning to get pregnant. Women in the child bearing age group, taking Gabitril on a regular [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Gabitril as follows: Central nervous system side-effects Gabitril use can result in episodes of confusion, hallucinations, dizziness, and light-headedness. Closely watching for the therapeutic response and developing side-effects allows appropriate changes in the dose of Gabitril, to help optimum control of your symptoms and can also contribute to controlling/reducing the risk for drowsiness and dizziness due to the medication. If the dizziness becomes bothersome, report it to [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Gabitril as follows: General allergic reactions                                  Gabitril use can result in general allergic reactions, such as, skin rashes, hives, and itching. Some patients can present with symptoms of severe allergic and anaphylactic response, such as, swelling of face, lips, throat, and tongue, with consequent difficulty breathing. Seek emergency medical help for such findings, especially with difficulty breathing, for any appropriate measures to be considered. Gastrointestinal side-effects Gabitril [...]