Mood stabiliser / antiepileptic MOA Flashcards

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Valproate

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GABA modulation (increases GABA in the brain), sodium channel inhibition, NMDA antagonist

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Gabapentin

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Binds to alpha 2 delta subunit of voltage gated calcium channels which reduces the release of certain neurotransmitters including glutamate and substance P, can help reduce neuronal excitability

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Topiramate

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GABA modulator, NMDA antagonist, Na channel stabiliser

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4
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Carbamazepine

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Stabilises Na channels

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5
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Phenytoin

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Stabilises Na channels

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Lamotrigine

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NMDA receptor modulation, stabilises Na channels and blocks calcium channels, some GABA modulation

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Pregabalin

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Binds to alpha-2-delta subunit of voltage gated calcium channels, reduces release of certain neurotransmitters including glutamate and substance P, help reduce neuronal excitability

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