Oxcarbazepine
Description
A second-generation antiepileptic drug. It inhibits CYP2C19 and induces CYP3A4 and CYP3A5 systems. Studies suggest that the anticonvulsant activity of oxcarbazepine is mediated via the blocking of neuronal ion channels.
Specifications
Cas No. 28721-07-5
Product ID O9210
Product Name Oxcarbazepine
Chemical Name 10,11-Dihydro-10-oxo-5H-dibenz[b,f]azepine-5- carboxamide
Synonym Trileptal
Formula Wt. 252.27
Melting Point 215oC -216oC
Purity ≥98%
Solubility Soluble in DMSO (9mg/mL).
Store Temp Ambient
References Carrazana E, Mikoshiba I. J Pain Symptom Manage. 25:S31-5 (2003). Bang L, Goa K. Paediatr Drugs. 5:557-73 (2003).
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