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Brand: Peganone
Ethotoin is an anticonvulsant medication used to treat epilepsy. It belongs to the hydantoin class of antiepileptic drugs and works by stabilizing neuronal membranes and reducing the spread of seizure activity in the brain. While less commonly used than some other anticonvulsants, ethotoin can be effective in controlling certain types of seizures, particularly tonic-clonic seizures. It is generally well-tolerated but can cause side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, and nausea.
For the treatment of epilepsy, specifically tonic-clonic seizures.
Outcome:
Decreased ethotoin levels
Mechanism:
Enzyme induction
Outcome:
Decreased ethotoin absorption
Mechanism:
Chelation
Outcome:
Slightly delayed absorption
Mechanism:
Delayed gastric emptying
Most likely new formulation: Extended-release ethotoin (2026, 60% confidence)
Based on current usage trends and emerging antiepileptic drugs, ethotoin prescriptions are predicted to decrease by 5% over the next 5 years.
Anticonvulsant, Hydantoin
Hydantoin