Mood stabiliser / antiepileptic MOA Flashcards
Valproate
GABA modulation (increases GABA in the brain), sodium channel inhibition, NMDA antagonist
Gabapentin
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
Topiramate
GABA modulator, NMDA antagonist, Na channel stabiliser
Carbamazepine
Stabilises Na channels
Phenytoin
Stabilises Na channels
Lamotrigine
NMDA receptor modulation, stabilises Na channels and blocks calcium channels, some GABA modulation
Pregabalin
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