Methyl Methanesulfonate is used as a reagent in the synthesis of 2-Methyllamotrigine (M315350); an impurity of Lamotrigine (L173250) which is an anticonvulsant that inhibits glutamate release, possible through inhibition of sodium, potassium and calcium currents. Also used in treatment of bipolar depression.
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