Tiagabine must be monitored when given to teens because:

1. It is less effective during puberty.
2. It has a high incidence of suicidal tendencies in teens.
3. It needs to be titrated with the teen's growth pattern.
4. It is known to be sold as a street drug.


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1. The drug can be effective during puberty.
2. The high level of suicidal rates makes monitoring the teen's behavior a priority.
3. Titration to the growth is not a priority at this time.
4. The medication is not a common street drug.

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