Ingredient

Eslicarbazepine Acetate(micronized)

Eslicarbazepine acetate is an antiepileptic ingredient that prevents epileptic seizures.

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MFDS ingredient code M279911

What does it do?

Eslicarbazepine acetate is a medication belonging to the antiepileptic class, used to prevent and control seizures in patients with epilepsy. This ingredient works by inhibiting excessive electrical activity in brain neurons, thereby reducing seizures.

Eslicarbazepine acetate regulates sodium ion channels within brain neurons to prevent excessive transmission of nerve signals. This action helps suppress abnormal electrical activity in the brain and reduces the occurrence of seizures.

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

Good to know

Eslicarbazepine acetate has a structure similar to the antiepileptic drug carbamazepine, but has fewer side effects and relatively fewer drug interactions. Additionally, it is formulated in a micronized form, which allows for consistent and stable absorption in the body.

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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.
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