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What is RUFINAMIDE used for?

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RUFINAMIDE (brand name Banzel) is a Anticonvulsant indicated for and in adults ( 1 ).

Question 2

How does RUFINAMIDE work?

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RUFINAMIDE works through the following mechanism: 12.1 Mechanism of Action The precise mechanism(s) by which rufinamide exerts its antiepileptic effect is unknown. The results of in vitro studies suggest that the principal mechanism of action of rufinamide is modulation of the activity of sodium channels and, in particular, prolongation of the inactive state of the channel. Rufinamide (≥ 1 μM) significantly slowed sodium channel recovery from inactivation after a prolonged prepulse in cultured cortical neurons, and limited sustained repetitive firing of sodium-dependent action potentials (EC 50 of 3.8 μM)..

Question 3

What are the most common side effects of RUFINAMIDE?

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Reported side effects vary by individual. The side-effects section on this page lists the events most frequently reported to FDA FAERS for RUFINAMIDE. FAERS is voluntary reporting, so it reflects what was reported, not absolute incidence.

Question 4

Is RUFINAMIDE the same as Banzel?

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Banzel is a brand name for RUFINAMIDE. They share the same active ingredient and FDA-approved indications. Biosimilars and authorised generics may differ in inactive ingredients such as buffers or preservatives.

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