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XEN1101 is a novel positive allosteric modulator ("opener") of the potassium channel KCNQ2/3 (Kv7.2/7.3) currently being developed by Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc. for the treatment of focal epilepsy. Potentiating the open state of KCNQ2/3 channels favors a hyperpolarized resting state. This mechanism has been clinically proven effective for focal onset seizures using the KCNQ2/3 opener, retigabine.
XEN1101 (Xenon Pharmaceuticals), part of a class of chemicals called potassium-channel openers, is an investigational antiseizure medication in development for patients with focal epilepsy. This treatment is designed to avert seizures by boosting the flow of potassium out of nerves and stopping them from firing.
XEN1101 is a novel positive allosteric modulator ("opener") of the potassium channel KCNQ2/3 (Kv7.2/7.3) currently being developed by Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc. for the treatment of focal epilepsy. Potentiating the open state of KCNQ2/3 channels favors a hyperpolarized resting state. This mechanism has been clinically proven effective for focal onset seizures using the KCNQ2/3 opener, retigabine.
XEN1101 is a novel positive allosteric modulator ("opener") of the potassium channel KCNQ2/3 (Kv7.2/7.3) currently being developed by Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc. for the treatment of focal epilepsy. Potentiating the open state of KCNQ2/3 channels favors a hyperpolarized resting state. This mechanism has been clinically proven effective for focal onset seizures using the KCNQ2/3 opener, retigabine.