# Zonisamide (Zonisamide)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/zonisamide
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Zonisamide?

Zonisamide is an anti-epileptic agent. It is prescribed to treat epilepsies, partial epilepsy. Across the United States, 9,000 doctors prescribe Zonisamide to approximately 33,000 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Zonisamide

## Indications

Zonisamide is prescribed for the treatment of epilepsies and partial epilepsy.

## Conditions treated

- [Epilepsies](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/epilepsies)
- [Partial Epilepsy](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/partial-epilepsy)

## Mechanism of action

The precise mechanism(s) by which zonisamide exerts its antiseizure effect is unknown. Zonisamide demonstrated anticonvulsant activity in several experimental models.

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Anti-epileptic Agent [EPC]
- Mechanism of Action class: Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors [MoA]
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

and weight loss, anorexia, difficulty concentrating, or ataxia, vomiting

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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