Gabapentin enacarbil is a carbamate ester that is the N-[1-(isobutyryloxy)ethoxy]carbonyl derivative of [1-(aminomethyl)cyclohexyl]acetic acid. The prodrug for gabapentin, used for treatment of neuropathic pain and restless legs syndrome. Among its listed roles, it functions as a prodrug, an anticonvulsant and a calcium channel blocker. It is a monocarboxylic acid, a carbamate ester, a carboxylic ester and an acetal. Functionally, it is related to gamma-aminobutyric acid and a gabapentin. It is grouped under the following drug class(es): Gabapentinoids. Its therapeutic use is listed as central nervous system (CNS) agents. The directory classifies it as a commercial API with a synthetic source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include Solzira, Horizant and Regnite. Its PubChem CID is 9883933.
Gabapentin enacarbil
| CAS No | 478296-72-9 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C16H27NO6 |
| Molecular Weight | 329.39 g/mol |
| Synonyms | 2-[1-[[1-(2-methylpropanoyloxy)ethoxycarbonylamino]methyl]cyclohexyl]acetic acid |
Zoho Contact Form
"*" indicates required fields
Frequently Asked Questions
Gabapentin enacarbil is a carbamate ester that is the N-[1-(isobutyryloxy)ethoxy]carbonyl derivative of [1-(aminomethyl)cyclohexyl]acetic acid. The prodrug for gabapentin, used for treatment of neuropathic pain and restless legs syndrome.
The listed CAS number is 478296-72-9.
The listed molecular formula is C16H27NO6.
The listed molecular weight is 329.39 g/mol.
2-[1-[[1-(2-methylpropanoyloxy)ethoxycarbonylamino]methyl]cyclohexyl]acetic acid.
The source lists Solzira, Horizant and Regnite.