Ingredient

Perampanel(Micronized)

Perampanel (unformulated) is an antiepileptic agent that prevents seizures.

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MFDS ingredient code M282376

What does it do?

Perampanel (unformulated) is an antiepileptic agent that acts on the central nervous system, used to prevent seizures by inhibiting abnormal electrical signals in the brain. This ingredient is formulated in an unformulated form for easy absorption in the body.

Perampanel binds to specific receptors in the brain to block excessive signal transmission between nerve cells. This reduces abnormal neural activity that causes seizures, thereby preventing them.

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

Good to know

Unlike other antiepileptic drugs, perampanel selectively inhibits AMPA receptors. This feature makes it effective for seizure control, and the unformulated form helps to enhance the absorption rate, ensuring stable efficacy.

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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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