Imagabalin
Imagabalin
Imagabalin (pronounced as /ɪˈmæɡəbəlɪn/) is a pharmaceutical drug under development for the treatment of anxiety disorders and neuropathic pain. It is a GABA analogue, specifically a GABAergic agent, which means it works by increasing the activity of GABA, the major inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain.
Etymology
The term "Imagabalin" is derived from the words "image" and "GABA". The "image" part of the name refers to the drug's ability to affect the brain's imaging, while "GABA" is an abbreviation for gamma-aminobutyric acid, the neurotransmitter that the drug targets.
Related Terms
- GABA analogue: A class of drugs that are structurally similar to GABA and can mimic its effects.
- GABAergic: Pertaining to or affecting the neurotransmitter GABA.
- Anxiety disorders: A group of mental disorders characterized by significant feelings of anxiety and fear.
- Neuropathic pain: A type of pain caused by damage to or dysfunction of the nervous system.
- Neurotransmitter: A type of chemical messenger which transmits signals across a chemical synapse.
See Also
- Pregabalin: A medication used to treat epilepsy, neuropathic pain, fibromyalgia, and generalized anxiety disorder.
- Gabapentin: A medication used to treat epilepsy, neuropathic pain, hot flashes, and restless legs syndrome.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Imagabalin
- Wikipedia's article - Imagabalin
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