Gabapentin

Gabapentin is a gamma-amino acid that is cyclohexane substituted at position 1 by aminomethyl and carboxymethyl groups. Used for treatment of neuropathic pain and restless legs syndrome. Among its listed roles, it functions as a anticonvulsant, a calcium channel blocker, an environmental contaminant and a xenobiotic. Functionally, it is related to gamma-aminobutyric acid. It is grouped under the following drug class(es): Gabapentinoids, Neurotransmitter agents and Psychotropic agents. Its therapeutic use is listed as alcohol dependence agents, anti-epileptic drugs, antianxiety drugs, anticonvulsants, central nervous system (CNS) agents, migraine preventive agents and muscle relaxants. The directory classifies it as a commercial API with a synthetic source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include Aclonium and Gabapetin. Its PubChem CID is 3446.

CAS No 60142-96-3
Molecular Formula C9H17NO2
Molecular Weight 171.24 g/mol
Synonyms 2-[1-(aminomethyl)cyclohexyl]acetic acid

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