2 MECHANISMS, 1 TREATMENT

Explore XCOPRI’s dual mechanism of action.

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Explore XCOPRI’s dual mechanism of action.

XCOPRI reduces neuronal excitability through a unique dual MOA1-5*

Positive allosteric modulator of the GABAA receptor3,4

GABAA receptor

Further enhances inhibition by GABAergic neurons

Inhibits persistent sodium current3,5

Sodium current

Preferentially blocks the sodium channel–mediated persistent current

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Different from other sodium channel inhibitors, XCOPRI preferentially inhibits persistent sodium current, rather than transient current. XCOPRI also enhances GABAA-mediated inhibition. These are both important targets in epilepsy to maintain balance between excitation and inhibition1-5

*The precise mechanism by which XCOPRI exerts its anticonvulsant activity is unknown.3

MOA=mechanism of action.

Hear how XCOPRI works from an expert

Raman Sankar, MD, PhD, FAAN, FAES, explains how XCOPRI works to simultaneously enhance inhibitory signals and reduce excessive excitatory activity, stabilizing brain function and decreasing the frequency of seizures.1-5

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10+ years of clinical trial and real-world experience

Well-studied safety, with over 220,000 patients treated worldwide* and long-term retention rates

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*Worldwide new-to-brand cenobamate prescriptions as of June 2025. Source: IQVIA.
References: 1. Guignet M, Campbell A, White HS. Cenobamate (XCOPRI): Can preclinical and clinical evidence provide insight into its mechanism of action? Epilepsia. 2020;61(11):2329-2339. 2. Perucca E, Bialer M, White HS. New GABA-targeting therapies for the treatment of seizures and epilepsy: I. role of GABA as a modulator of seizure activity and recently approved medications acting on the GABA system. CNS Drugs. 2023;37(9):755-779. 3. XCOPRI [package insert]. Paramus, NJ: SK Life Science, Inc. 4. Sharma R, Nakamura M, Neupane C, et al. Positive allosteric modulation of GABAA receptors by a novel antiepileptic drug cenobamate. Eur J Pharmacol. 2020;879:173117. 5. Nakamura M, Cho JH, Shin H, Jang IS. Effects of cenobamate (YKP3089), a newly developed anti-epileptic drug, on voltage-gated sodium channels in rat hippocampal CA3 neurons. Eur J Pharmacol. 2019;855:175-182.
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INDICATION

XCOPRI is indicated for the
treatment of partial-onset
seizures in adult patients.

Important Safety Information
and indication

CONTRAINDICATIONS
XCOPRI is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to cenobamate or any of the ingredients in the product.
XCOPRI is contraindicated in patients with Familial Short QT syndrome.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION and INDICATION for XCOPRI® (cenobamate tablets) CV

CONTRAINDICATIONS

XCOPRI is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to cenobamate or any of the ingredients in the product. 

XCOPRI is contraindicated in patients with Familial Short QT syndrome.

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS): Also known as Multiorgan hypersensitivity, has been reported in patients taking antiepileptic drugs, including XCOPRI. DRESS has been reported, including one fatality, when XCOPRI is titrated rapidly (weekly or faster titration). No cases of DRESS were reported in an open-label safety study of 1339 partial-onset seizure patients when XCOPRI was initiated at 12.5 mg/day and titrated every two weeks. This finding does not establish that the risk of DRESS is prevented by a slower titration; however, XCOPRI should be initiated at 12.5 mg once daily and titrated every two weeks. DRESS typically, although not exclusively, presents with fever, rash, and/or lymphadenopathy, in association with other organ system involvement. Eosinophilia is often present. If such signs or symptoms are present, the patient should be evaluated immediately. XCOPRI should be discontinued immediately and not restarted if an alternative etiology for the signs or symptoms cannot be established.

QT Shortening: XCOPRI can cause shortening of the QT interval. Caution should be used when administering XCOPRI and other drugs that shorten the QT interval as there may be a synergistic effect on the QT interval that would increase the QT shortening risk.

Suicidal Behavior and Ideation: Antiepileptic drugs (AEDs), including XCOPRI, increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior in patients taking these drugs for any indication. Patients treated with any AED for any indication should be monitored for the emergence or worsening of depression, suicidal thoughts or behavior, and/or any unusual changes in mood or behavior. Advise patients, their caregivers, and/or families to be alert for these behavioral changes and report them immediately to a healthcare provider.

Liver Injury: Clinically significant liver injury has occurred in patients taking XCOPRI. Obtain serum transaminases (ALT and AST) and total bilirubin, if not recently available (i.e., within 3 months) before initiating XCOPRI, and during treatment if clinically indicated. Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of any hepatic injury during treatment. Discontinue XCOPRI in patients with evidence of liver injury in the absence of an alternative etiology.

Neurological Adverse Reactions: XCOPRI can cause dose-dependent increases in the neurologic adverse reactions including dizziness, diplopia, disturbance in gait and coordination, somnolence, and fatigue.

Prescribers should advise patients against engaging in hazardous activities requiring mental alertness, such as operating motor vehicles or dangerous machinery, until the effect of XCOPRI is known.

Withdrawal of AEDs: As with all antiepileptic drugs, XCOPRI should generally be withdrawn gradually because of the risk of increased seizure frequency and status epilepticus. If withdrawal is needed because of a serious adverse event, rapid discontinuation can be considered.

MOST COMMON ADVERSE REACTIONS

In adult adjunctive therapy placebo-controlled clinical studies, the most common adverse reactions that occurred in XCOPRI-treated patients (incidence at least 10% and greater than placebo) were somnolence, dizziness, fatigue, diplopia, headache.

DOSING CONSIDERATIONS

Dosage adjustment of XCOPRI or other concomitant medications may be necessary.

  • Consider gradually reducing phenytoin dosages by up to 50% during initial titration.
  • Consider reducing dosages of phenobarbital and clobazam as needed when used concomitantly with XCOPRI.
  • When XCOPRI and carbamazepine or lamotrigine are taken concomitantly, consider increasing dosages as needed of carbamazepine or lamotrigine.
  • Consider increasing dosages as needed of drugs which are CYP2B6 and CYP3A substrates and decreasing dosages as needed of drugs which are CYP2C19 substrates.
  • Effectiveness of hormonal oral contraceptives may be reduced when administered concomitantly with XCOPRI. Women should use additional or alternative non-hormonal birth control.

Dosage reduction of XCOPRI may be considered in patients with mild to moderate and severe renal impairment. XCOPRI is not recommended in end-stage renal disease.

The maximum recommended daily dose is 200 mg for patients with mild or moderate hepatic impairment. XCOPRI is not recommended in patients with severe hepatic impairment.

DRUG ABUSE

XCOPRI is a Schedule V controlled substance.

INDICATION

XCOPRI is indicated for the treatment of partial-onset seizures in adult patients.

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