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idebenone

idebenone (RAXONE) is a antioxidant and mitochondrial electron carrier.

EMA: approved Nervous system (N06) N06BX13
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Drug details — idebenone
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Quick answer

idebenone (RAXONE) is a antioxidant and mitochondrial electron carrier.

Key facts

INN idebenone
Brand RAXONE
Mechanism Antioxidant and mitochondrial electron carrier
Therapeutic class Nervous system (N06)
ATC code N06BX13

Mechanism of action

Antioxidant and mitochondrial electron carrier

Approval history

Authority Status Date
EMA approved

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Related patents

  1. US 6271266

    Use of idebenone and analogues against .beta. amyloid induced cytotoxicity

    Expires Mon Aug 02 2021 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

    expired

Frequently asked questions

What is idebenone?

idebenone (RAXONE) is a antioxidant and mitochondrial electron carrier.

What is the brand name for idebenone?

RAXONE is a marketed brand name for idebenone. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.