Succinimides Flashcards
1
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Succinimides Prototype
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Ethosuximinde
2
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Ethosuximinde Indications
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Control of absence seizures.
3
Q
Ethosuximinde Actions
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May act in inhibitory neuronal systems, suppresses the electroencephalographic pattern associated with absence seizures, reduces frequency of attacks.
4
Q
Ethosuximinde Route
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Oral
5
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Ethosuximinde Adverse Effects
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Drowsiness, ataxia, dizziness, irritability, nervousness, headache, blurred vision, pruritus, Stevens–Johnson syndrome, nausea, vomiting, epigastric pain, anorexia, diarrhea, and pancytopenia.
