Description / Application
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. It has a role as an anticonvulsant, a xenobiotic, a calcium channel blocker and an environmental contaminant. It is functionally related to a gamma-aminobutyric acid.
Identities
| Alternative Name | 1-(Aminomethyl)-cyclohexaneacetic acid; Neurontin; Fanatrex; Gabarone |
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| Molecular Formula | C9H17NO2 |
| Molecular Weight | 171.24 |
| MFCD | MFCD00865286 |
Safety
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| Signal Word | Danger |
| Hazard Statements | H315;H319;H335;H360 |
| Precautionary Statements | P201;P202;P261;P264;P271;P280;P302+P352;P304+P340;P305+P351+P338;P308+P313;P321;P332+P313;P337+P313;P362;P403+P233;P405;P501 |