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Zebinix, known generically as eslicarbazepine acetate, is a medication primarily used in the treatment of partial-onset seizures in adults and children with epilepsy. It functions as an anticonvulsant, working by stabilizing electrical activity in the brain to prevent seizures. Zebinix is often prescribed either as a monotherapy or as an adjunctive therapy in combination with other antiepileptic drugs, depending on the patient's condition and response to treatment. Its mechanism of action involves blocking voltage-gated sodium channels, which helps to dampen the abnormal neuronal activity that leads to seizures. As with any medication, the use of Zebinix may come with potential side effects, and its administration should be closely monitored by a healthcare professional to ensure its efficacy and safety for the patient.