temazepam
Noun: A benzodiazepine medication, chemically classified as a psychoactive drug, primarily prescribed as a short-term treatment for insomnia. It acts as a central nervous system depressant, facilitating sleep onset and maintenance by enhancing the effect of the neurotransmitter GABA.
Temazepam is used to treat difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep (insomnia). It is typically prescribed for short-term use due to risks of tolerance, dependence, and withdrawal. - The doctor prescribed temazepam for her severe insomnia. - Temazepam should be taken right before bedtime.
- "to be on temazepam": to be using temazepam as a prescribed medication.
- He has been on temazepam for two weeks to manage his sleep disorder.
- "temazepam withdrawal": the syndrome of symptoms occurring upon discontinuation of the drug after prolonged use.
- Gradual tapering is recommended to avoid severe temazepam withdrawal.
- Restoril (noun): A common trade name for temazepam.
- Restoril is a brand-name version of temazepam.
- Benzodiazepine (noun): The class of drugs to which temazepam belongs.
- Diazepam and temazepam are both benzodiazepines.
- Hypnotic (noun): A substance that induces sleep.
- Sedative-hypnotic (noun): A drug that calms and promotes sleep.
- "abuse of temazepam": the use of the medication in a manner not prescribed, such as for recreational purposes or at higher doses.
- The clinic treats patients for abuse of temazepam.
- "temazepam prescription": the written authorization from a doctor to obtain the drug.
- She renewed her temazepam prescription.
Temazepam is a controlled substance in many countries due to its potential for misuse. It is intended for use under strict medical supervision. Combining it with alcohol or other depressants can be dangerous.
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a frequently prescribed benzodiazepine (trade name Restoril); takes effect slowly and lasts long enough to help those people who wake up frequently during the night
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