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ethosuximide 
A succinimide with anticonvulsant activity. The exact mechanism of action is not entirely understood, but most likely ethosuximide exerts its effects by partial antagonism of T-type calcium channels of the thalamic neurons. This leads to a decrease in burst firing of thalamocortical neurons, which stabilizes the nerve activity in the brain and prevents seizures. Check for active clinical trials or closed clinical trials using this agent. (NCI Thesaurus)
US brand name:Zarontin
Chemical structure:3-ethyl-3-methylpyrrolidine-2,5-dione