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Mechanisms of action of oxcarbazepine: Professional

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The mechanism of action of oxcarbazepine is similar to that of carbamazepine.

Oxcarbazepine and its active metabolite, monohydroxy derivative (MHD), have effects on sodium channels and possibly potassium and calcium channels. Neither oxcarbazepine nor MHD has an effect at binding sites for GABA or other neurotransmitter receptors.

Reviewed by Steven C. Schachter, MD
Submitted: 01/03/08


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