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Gabapentin: Chemical Structure, Mechanism of Action, Uses & Side Effects

Chemical Structure:

  • C9H17NO2

Chemical Structure
Chemical Structure

Mechanism of Action:

  • Gabapentin is thought to work by binding to voltage-gated calcium channels in the brain, which inhibits the release of excitatory neurotransmitters.

Uses:

  • It's used to control seizures, neuropathic pain, and postherpetic neuralgia.

Side Effects:

  • It can cause dizziness, drowsiness, and, in more serious cases, behavioral changes and dependency.

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