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ziconotide

ziconotide (PRIALT) is a voltage-gated n-type calcium channel alpha-1b subunit blocker.

EMA: approved Nervous system (N02) N02BG08
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Drug details — ziconotide
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Quick answer

ziconotide (PRIALT) is a voltage-gated n-type calcium channel alpha-1b subunit blocker.

Key facts

INN ziconotide
Brand PRIALT
Mechanism Voltage-gated N-type calcium channel alpha-1B subunit blocker
Target Voltage-dependent N-type calcium channel subunit alpha-1B
Therapeutic class Nervous system (N02)
ATC code N02BG08

Mechanism of action

Voltage-gated N-type calcium channel alpha-1B subunit blocker

Primary target: Voltage-dependent N-type calcium channel subunit alpha-1B

Approval history

Authority Status Date
EMA approved

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Frequently asked questions

What is ziconotide?

ziconotide (PRIALT) is a voltage-gated n-type calcium channel alpha-1b subunit blocker.

What is the brand name for ziconotide?

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