GABITRIL vs VIGABATRIN

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated June 7, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. GABITRIL and VIGABATRIN are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	GABITRIL	VIGABATRIN
Rating	New	New
Pharmacy pays	~$63.70 /30	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	TIAGABINE HYDROCHLORIDE	VIGABATRIN
Manufacturer	Cephalon	Chartwell Rx
Dosage forms	Tablet	Powder
Drug class	Anti-Epileptic Agent	Anti-Epileptic Agent
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Bipolar Disorder, Partial Epilepsies	Infantile Spasms, Complex Partial Epilepsy

gabitril vigabatrin

Rating

New

Pharmacy pays

~$63.70 /30

—

Type

Active ingredient

TIAGABINE HYDROCHLORIDE

VIGABATRIN

Manufacturer

Cephalon

Chartwell Rx

Dosage forms

Tablet

Powder

Drug class

Anti-Epileptic Agent

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Bipolar Disorder, Partial Epilepsies

Infantile Spasms, Complex Partial Epilepsy

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Gabitril and Vigabatrin?

Gabitril contains Tiagabine Hydrochloride, while Vigabatrin contains Vigabatrin — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.