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methohexital sodium

methohexital sodium (METHOHEXITAL SODIUM) is a gaba-a receptor; anion channel positive allosteric modulator. Route of administration: injection. Current US regulatory status: approved.

FDA: approved
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Drug details — methohexital sodium
US status
approved
Class
Route
INJECTION
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Quick answer

methohexital sodium (METHOHEXITAL SODIUM) is a gaba-a receptor; anion channel positive allosteric modulator. Route of administration: injection. Current US regulatory status: approved.

Key facts

INN methohexital sodium
Brand METHOHEXITAL SODIUM
Mechanism GABA-A receptor; anion channel positive allosteric modulator
Target GABA-A receptor; anion channel
Route INJECTION
Formulation INJECTABLE

Mechanism of action

GABA-A receptor; anion channel positive allosteric modulator

Primary target: GABA-A receptor; anion channel

Approval history

Authority Status Date
FDA approved

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Frequently asked questions

What is methohexital sodium?

methohexital sodium (METHOHEXITAL SODIUM) is a gaba-a receptor; anion channel positive allosteric modulator. Route of administration: injection. Current US regulatory status: approved.

What is the brand name for methohexital sodium?

METHOHEXITAL SODIUM is a marketed brand name for methohexital sodium. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.

What is the US approval status of methohexital sodium?

methohexital sodium has approved status in the United States according to our Drugs@FDA-derived records. Verify on the official FDA label before clinical or commercial decisions.