Gabapentin Flashcards

(3 cards)

1
Q

What is gabapentin

A

Gabapentin is an analog of GABA

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

What is the mechanism of action of gabapentin

A

It binds to the alpha-2-delta subunit of voltage-gated calcium channels and its inhibitory effects on voltage-gated calcium influx are believed to be responsible for many of its therapeutic applications (e.g., sedation, anxiolysis, pain management)

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

Which precaution should be taken in cats with CKD

A

Dose reduction

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly