oxazepam
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Definition
Noun: A benzodiazepine derivative used as a psychotropic medication. It is primarily prescribed for the short-term management of anxiety disorders, insomnia, and for the symptomatic relief of acute alcohol withdrawal.
Examples of Usage
- The doctor prescribed oxazepam to help manage her acute anxiety symptoms.
- Due to its pharmacokinetic profile, oxazepam is sometimes preferred for older patients.
- Oxazepam is a metabolite of several other benzodiazepines, including diazepam.
Advanced Usage
- Clinical Context: In medical literature, oxazepam is classified as a short-to-intermediate acting benzodiazepine anxiolytic and sedative-hypnotic.
- The study compared the efficacy of oxazepam to cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia.
Variants and Related Words
- Serax: A common trade name for oxazepam.
- The prescription was written for Serax, which contains the active ingredient oxazepam.
Synonyms
- Anxiolytic: A drug used to reduce anxiety.
- Sedative-hypnotic: A drug that induces sedation and sleep.
- Benzodiazepine: The class of psychoactive drugs to which oxazepam belongs.
Notes on Usage
- Oxazepam is a specific pharmaceutical substance. Its use is typically discussed in medical, clinical, or pharmacological contexts. It is not used in everyday general conversation.
- It is a controlled substance in many jurisdictions due to its potential for dependence and misuse.
Noun
- a tranquilizing drug (trade name Serax) used to treat anxiety and insomnia and alcohol withdrawal