Mephenytoin
- Generic Name
- Mephenytoin
- Brand Names
- -
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C12H14N2O2
- CAS Number
- 50-12-4
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- R420KW629U
- Background
Mephenytoin is used for the treatment of refractory partial epilepsy. Mephenytoin is a solid. This compound belongs to the phenylhydantoins. These are heterocyclic aromatic compounds containing an imiazolidinedione moiety substituted by a phenyl group. Mephenytoin is known to target sodium channel protein type 5 subunit alpha. Cytochrome P450 2C19, Cytochrom...
- Indication
For the treatment of refractory partial epilepsy.
- Associated Conditions
- -
- Associated Therapies
- -
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