Paramethadione
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Paramethadione is an anticonvulsant medication that is primarily used in the treatment of epilepsy. It belongs to the class of drugs known as oxazolidinediones, which also includes other anticonvulsant medications such as trimethadione and ethadione.
Pharmacology[edit | edit source]
Paramethadione works by reducing the abnormal electrical activity in the brain that leads to seizures. It does this by inhibiting the T-type calcium channels, which are involved in the generation of electrical signals in the brain. This action helps to prevent the onset of seizures.
Medical Uses[edit | edit source]
Paramethadione is used in the treatment of various types of epilepsy, including absence seizures and complex partial seizures. It is typically used when other anticonvulsant medications have proven ineffective or have caused intolerable side effects.
Side Effects[edit | edit source]
Like all medications, paramethadione can cause side effects. These can include dizziness, nausea, and loss of appetite. In rare cases, it can cause more serious side effects such as blood disorders and liver damage. Patients taking paramethadione should be closely monitored by their healthcare provider to ensure that the medication is working effectively and that side effects are managed appropriately.
History[edit | edit source]
Paramethadione was first synthesized in the 1940s as part of a search for more effective anticonvulsant medications. It was approved for medical use in the United States in 1953.
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