Gabaran (Gabapentin) for Epilepsy

Overview
Gabaran is a brand name for Gabapentin. According to the Australian Medicines Handbook (AMH), Gabapentin is indicated to treat focal (partial) seizures not controlled adequately by other antiepileptic drugs.

Gabaran is an antiepileptic, or drug that prevents seizures. It is believed that Gabaran works by inhibiting nerve signals.

How do I take it?
Gabaran comes in tablet form.

Side effects
The AMH lists common side effects for Gabaran including drowsiness, dizziness, abnormal thinking, amnesia, vision changes, dry mouth, tremor, loss of coordination, weight gain, swelling in the extremities, high blood pressure, and nausea.

Rare but serious side effects listed for Gabaran include jaundice, movement disorders, and severe allergic reactions.

Information was sourced from:

The Australian Medicines Handbook
https://amhonline.amh.net.au/