GABA-enhancing antiepileptics — Flashcards

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Barbiturates exert their effects via binding to an allosteric site on the _____ receptor

The nonbenzodiazepine hypnotics bind to the same GABAA receptor allosteric site as _____

Benzodiazepines _____ the action of GABAA (enhance or inhibit)

Vigabatrin is an anti-epileptic that exerts its effects via inhibition of the enzyme _____

Valproic acid _____ levels of GABA in the CNS via inhibition of GABA transaminase

What is the first line treatment for partial (focal) seizures? _____

What type(s) of seizures (partial, tonic-clonic, or absence) may be treated with vigabatrin and tiagabine? _____

carbamazepine

phenytoin

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valproate

GABA-enhancing antiepileptics Flashcards for USMLE

Study 10 flashcards on GABA-enhancing antiepileptics for USMLE Pharmacology. These active recall cards cover the key concepts, clinical associations, and high-yield facts from this chapter of CNS drugs (antiepileptics, anesthetics). Each card is designed to test your understanding rather than just recognition, building stronger and more durable memories for exam day.

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There are 10 flashcards for GABA-enhancing antiepileptics, covering the key concepts, clinical correlations, and high-yield facts from this chapter of CNS drugs (antiepileptics, anesthetics).

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