JOLVIG 500MG SACHET

Introduction:

Jolvig 500mg Sachet consists of the active ingredient Vigabatrin. It is used to treat epilepsy that is difficult to control. It is also indicated for infantile spasms.

This medicine is not recommended for use during pregnancy and lactation. This medicine has the potential to damage the eyes. Tell your physician before taking this medicine if you have eye problems.

If you feel very sleepy, less conscious or confused after taking this medicine, tell your physician immediately so that you can take a lower dose. If you feel depressed or experience suicidal thoughts, contact your physician right away.

Uses of Jolvig 500mg Sachet:

Jolvig 500mg Sachet is indicated for the following conditions:

• Uncontrolled epilepsy
• Infantile spasms

How Jolvig 500mg Sachet works:

Jolvig 500mg Sachet is a synthetic form of GABA that inhibits the enzyme called GABA transaminase. This increases the concentration of GABA in the brain thus reducing seizures and spasms.

Interaction with other drugs:

Tell your doctor if you are taking, have recently taken or might take other medications.

More Information:

Keep out of the sight and reach of children.

References:

1. Sanofi, Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC), [Revised on Jan 2021] [Accessed on 19th Mar 2022], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.4278.pdf
2. Lundbeck Canada Inc, [Revised on Feb 2021] [Accessed on 19th Mar 2022],https://www.lundbeck.com/content/dam/lundbeck-com/americas/united-states/products/canada/sabril_pm_ca_en.pdf
3. Roger J. Porter, Michael A. Rogawski, Antiseizure Drugs, Lange’s Basic and Clinical Pharmacology, 14th Edition, 2018, 409-439.

How to use Jolvig 500mg Sachet:

Dissolve the contents of the sachet in a glass of water and drink immediately. You can take this medicine before or after food.

Safety Advice:

Pregnancy:

This medicine might cause trouble for unborn babies. Tell your doctor before taking Jolvig 500mg Sachet if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

Breastfeeding: 

Consult your physician for advice before taking Jolvig 500mg Sachet if you are a breastfeeding mother.

Liver:

Discuss with your physician before taking this medicine if you have liver problems. 

Kidney:

Discuss with your physician before taking this medicine if you have kidney problems. 

Driving: 

Do not drive or operate machines if your epilepsy is not under control.

Others:

• Before taking this medicine, inform your physician if you are allergic to Vigabatrin or its ingredients.
• If you notice movement problems in your child, tell your physician immediately.
• Tell your doctor before taking Jolvig 500mg Sachet if you have or had eye problems, depression or any other illnesses.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medications cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Serious:

• Visual changes
• Allergic reactions
• Restlessness
• Significant sedation

Common:

• Tiredness
• Sleepiness
• Joint pain
• Headache
• Weight gain
• Tremor
• Numbness, tingling
• Pain
• Disturbance of concentration and memory
• Anaemia
• Speech problems
• Unusual hair loss