diazepam

American  

[dahy-az-uh-pam] / daɪˈæz əˌpæm /

noun

Pharmacology.

1. a benzodiazepine, C 16 H 13 ClN 2 O, used for alleviation of anxiety and tension, as a hypnotic, a muscle relaxant, and an anticonvulsant, and in alcohol withdrawal.

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diazepam British  

/ daɪˈæzəˌpæm /

noun

1. a chemical compound used as a minor tranquillizer and muscle relaxant and to treat acute epilepsy. Formula: C 16 H 13 ClN 2 O

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diazepam Scientific  

/ dī-ăz′ə-păm′ /

1. A drug, C ₁₆ H ₁₃ ClN ₂ O, used in the treatment of anxiety and as a sedative, muscle relaxant, and anticonvulsant.

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Etymology

Origin of diazepam

First recorded in 1960–65; (benzo)diazep(ine) + -am (of uncertain origin)

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Example Sentences

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Doctors welcomed the reduction in the use of tramadol, pregabalin, and diazepam, but they also stressed that more needed to be done to ensure people could access other pain treatments more quickly.

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In March, the BBC reported how Mr Durose had been prescribed diazepam for a chronic condition called hypermobility, which can cause fatigue, pain and stiffness in joints and muscles, and for joints to dislocate easily.

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He was also charged with possession of a Class C controlled drug - diazepam - and intent to supply.

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Out of 712 diazepam samples, 55% were found to be something else, with many consisting of significantly more potent chemicals that have never been regulated for medical use.

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