What is "ethosuximide"

n. A particular anticonvulsant drug.

n. an anticonvulsant drug (trade names Emeside and Zarontin) used to treat petit mal epilepsy [syn: Emeside, Zarontin]

Ethosuximide is a succinimide anticonvulsant, used mainly in absence seizures.

It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines, the most important medications needed in a basic health system.