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Drug profile · INN

retigabine

retigabine (TROBALT) is a kcnq (kv7) potassium channel opener.

EMA: withdrawn Nervous system (N03) N03AX21
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Drug details — retigabine
Class
Nervous system (N03)
Route
Patents
0
Programs
1
Data quality
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Quick answer

retigabine (TROBALT) is a kcnq (kv7) potassium channel opener.

Key facts

INN retigabine
Brand TROBALT
Mechanism KCNQ (Kv7) potassium channel opener
Target KCNQ (Kv7) potassium channel
Therapeutic class Nervous system (N03)
ATC code N03AX21

Mechanism of action

KCNQ (Kv7) potassium channel opener

Primary target: KCNQ (Kv7) potassium channel

Approval history

Authority Status Date
EMA withdrawn

Pipeline programs

  1. 50mg Ezogabine/retigabine Phase 1 · GSK Glaxo Smith · Epilepsy

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Frequently asked questions

What is retigabine?

retigabine (TROBALT) is a kcnq (kv7) potassium channel opener.

What is the brand name for retigabine?

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