What is the primary mechanism of action of carbamazepine, phenytoin, and valproic acid?
A. Increasing T-type calcium currents
B. Delaying the inactivation of the Na+ channels
C. Increasing the influx of Ca++ ions
D. Inhibiting the release of gamma-aminobutyric acid
Answer: B
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