quaalude

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Definition

Noun: A quaalude is a specific brand name for the sedative-hypnotic drug methaqualone. It is a central nervous system depressant that was historically prescribed for insomnia and anxiety but became widely abused for its intoxicating effects. Its use is now heavily restricted or illegal in most countries.

Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The police found a bottle of quaaludes during the raid.
    • Abuse of quaaludes was a significant problem in the 1970s.
Advanced Usage
  • Historical Context: The term "quaalude" is often used when discussing the history of prescription drug abuse, particularly in the late 20th century.
    • The documentary explored the quaalude epidemic.
Variants and Related Words
  • Methaqualone (n): The generic chemical name for the drug marketed as Quaalude.
  • Sedative-hypnotic (n/adj): The class of drugs to which quaaludes belong.
Synonyms
  • Downer (n, informal): A general slang term for a sedative or depressant drug.
  • Soporific (n, formal): A drug that tends to induce sleep.
Notes on Usage
  • Capitalization: The term is often capitalized ("Quaalude") as it originated as a trademarked brand name.
  • Legal Status: In modern usage, referring to "quaaludes" typically implies illegal or recreational use, as legitimate medical prescribing is virtually nonexistent.
Noun
  1. sedative-hypnotic drug (trade name Quaalude) that is a drug of abuse

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