gabapentinoid
gabapentinoid · gabapentinoids
Any of a class of drugs that are derivatives of the inhibitory neurotransmitter…Any of a class of drugs that are derivatives of the inhibitory neurotransmitter γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA), acting to block the α₂δ subunit (gabapentin receptor) of the voltage-dependent calcium channel.
Meaning
1 sensesAny of a class of drugs that are derivatives of the inhibitory neurotransmitter γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA), acting to block the α₂δ subunit (gabapentin receptor) of the voltage-dependent calcium channel.
Origin
From gabapentin + -oid.From gabapentin + -oid.
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Forms
plural: gabapentinoids| Singular | gabapentinoid |
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