| Gabapentin |
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| Definition of Gabapentin: |
| A substance that is being studied as a treatment for relieving hot flashes in women with breast cancer. It belongs to the family of drugs called anticonvulsants. A synthetic analogue of the neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid with anticonvulsant activity. Although its exact mechanism of action is unknown, gabapentin appears to inhibit excitatory neuron activity. This agent also exhibits analgesic properties. (NCI04) |
| Gabapentin is part of the Sedative and Hypnotic group |
| Gabapentin is also know as: |
| 1-(Aminomethyl)Cyclohexaneacetic Acid |
| Neurontin |



