gabapentin
A synthetic analogue of the neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid with anticonvulsant activity. Although its exact mechanism of action is unknown, gabapentin appears to inhibit excitatory neuron activity. This agent also exhibits analgesic properties.
| US brand name: | Gralise Neurontin |
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| Chemical structure: | 1-(aminomethyl)cyclohexaneacetic Acid |