Drug Name:Idebenone
Drug Class:Antioxidant
Mechanism of Action:Acts as a synthetic analog of coenzyme Q10, reducing oxidative stress and improving cellular energy production
Use:
  • Treatment of Leber's hereditary optic neuropathy
  • Investigational use in other mitochondrial disorders
Side Effects:
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Headache
Contraindications:
  • Hypersensitivity to idebenone or any component of the formulation
Specialty:
  • Neurology
  • Ophthalmology