Ingredient

Rufinamide

Lupinamide is an antiepileptic ingredient that helps control seizures.

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MFDS ingredient code M258732

What does it do?

Lupinamide is a drug in the antiepileptic class that acts on the nervous system. It is primarily used to prevent and control seizures in patients with epilepsy. This ingredient helps inhibit excessive neuronal activity in the brain.

Lupinamide stabilizes the electrical activity of brain nerve cells to prevent seizures. It particularly acts on sodium channels of nerve cells, reducing excessive nerve signal transmission. This helps decrease the frequency and intensity of epileptic seizures.

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Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Compared to other antiepileptics, Lupinamide shows selective effectiveness depending on the type of seizure. It is particularly useful for certain rare epilepsy syndromes and has a relatively stable side effect profile.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.