flurazepam
Definition
- Noun:
- A sedative-hypnotic drug: Flurazepam is a benzodiazepine derivative used primarily as a medication to treat insomnia by inducing sleep.
Usage
- Flurazepam is prescribed for short-term management of sleep disorders.
- It is typically taken orally in tablet form before bedtime.
- Due to its potential for dependence, flurazepam is usually recommended for limited durations under medical supervision.
Examples
- Noun:
- The doctor prescribed flurazepam to help with her chronic insomnia.
- Patients are advised not to consume alcohol while taking flurazepam.
Advanced Usage
- "Flurazepam therapy": Refers to a treatment regimen involving this drug.
- The patient began flurazepam therapy under close monitoring.
Variants and Related Words
- Flurazepam hydrochloride: The salt form commonly used in pharmaceutical preparations.
- The prescription was for flurazepam hydrochloride.
Synonyms
- Sedative-hypnotic: A class of drugs that depress the central nervous system to promote sedation or sleep.
- Benzodiazepine: The broader class of psychoactive drugs to which flurazepam belongs.
Notes
- Flurazepam is known by the trade name Dalmane.
- It is a controlled substance in many jurisdictions due to its abuse potential.
Noun
-
tranquilizer (trade name Dalmane) used to treat insomnia
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