Products
Ethosuximide is commercially available in the form of capsules (Petinimid). It has been approved in many countries since 1963.
Structure and properties
Ethosuximide (C7H11NO2, Mr = 141.2 g/mol) is a racemate. It exists as a white powder or waxy mass and is readily soluble in water.
Indication
For the treatment of minor epileptic seizures (petit mal), especially absences.