vigabatrin
Vigabatrin is an anti-epileptic agent used to treat Infantile Spasms, Complex Partial Epilepsy.
Anti-Epileptic Agent · by Chartwell Rx
Generic of Sabril
Key facts
- Active ingredient
- Vigabatrin
- Drug class
- Anti-Epileptic Agent
- Form
- Powder
- Strength
- Vigabatrin 500MG/PACKET
- Type
- Prescription (Rx)
- Brand or generic
- Generic
- May treat
- infantile spasms, complex partial epilepsy
- Manufacturer
- Chartwell Rx
- FDA application
- ANDA211790
- Availability
- Discontinued (per FDA)
Drug class
How this class works, per Seizure Medications — StatPearls, NCBI Bookshelf (NIH).
May treat (source: NIH RxClass)
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Dosage forms
Powder
The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Vigabatrin treat?
- Vigabatrin (Vigabatrin) may be used to treat infantile spasms, complex partial epilepsy, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.
- How does Vigabatrin work?
- Vigabatrin is a anti-epileptic agent. Anti-epileptic (anticonvulsant) drugs calm the abnormal, excessive electrical activity that triggers seizures. They do this by stabilizing overactive sodium or calcium channels in nerve cells, boosting the brain's natural calming chemical GABA, or dampening excitatory signals, which makes nerves less likely to fire uncontrollably.
- Is there a coupon or discount for Vigabatrin?
- pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Vigabatrin. To pay less, Vigabatrin is already a generic — usually the lowest-cost version — so the main levers are comparing cash prices between pharmacies and using a pharmacy discount-card service. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
- Who makes Vigabatrin?
- Vigabatrin is marketed by Chartwell Rx. You can see Chartwell Rx's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
- Is Vigabatrin a brand-name or generic drug?
- Vigabatrin is a generic medication; its active ingredient is Vigabatrin. Generics contain the same active ingredient as the brand-name original and are usually lower cost.
- Is Vigabatrin available over the counter?
- No. Vigabatrin is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
- What forms does Vigabatrin come in?
- Vigabatrin is currently marketed as powder, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
- What class of drug is Vigabatrin?
- Vigabatrin is classified as anti-epileptic agent, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.
- Is Vigabatrin FDA-registered?
- Vigabatrin is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number ANDA211790. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Information is sourced from public FDA regulatory data. Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.
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