List of benzodiazepines
List of Benzodiazepines
Benzodiazepines (pronunciation: /ˌbɛnzoʊdaɪˈæzɪpiːn/), often abbreviated as BZDs, are a class of psychoactive drugs. The term "benzodiazepine" is derived from the chemical structure of the compound, which includes a benzene ring (benzo-) fused to a seven-membered diazepine ring (-diazepine).
Alprazolam
Alprazolam (pronunciation: /ælˈpræzəlæm/) is a short-acting benzodiazepine. It is most commonly used in short term management of anxiety disorders, specifically panic disorder or generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).
Diazepam
Diazepam (pronunciation: /daɪˈæzɪpæm/), first marketed as Valium, is a medicine of the benzodiazepine family that typically produces a calming effect. It is commonly used to treat a range of conditions, including anxiety, alcohol withdrawal syndrome, benzodiazepine withdrawal syndrome, muscle spasms, seizures, trouble sleeping, and restless legs syndrome.
Lorazepam
Lorazepam (pronunciation: /lɔːˈræzɪpæm/), sold under the brand name Ativan among others, is a benzodiazepine medication. It is used to treat anxiety disorders, trouble sleeping, active seizures including status epilepticus, alcohol withdrawal, and chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting.
Clonazepam
Clonazepam (pronunciation: /klɒnˈæzɪpæm/), sold under the brand Klonopin among others, is a medication used to prevent and treat seizures, panic disorder, and the movement disorder known as akathisia. It is a tranquilizer of the benzodiazepine class.
See also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on List of benzodiazepines
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