Diproqualone

Diproqualone is a quinazolinone class GABAergic and is an analogue of methaqualone that has similar sedative and hypnotic properties. It is used for the treatment of insomnia.

Pharmacology

Diproqualone is a type of nonbenzodiazepine which is a class of drugs that are essentially not benzodiazepines, but were designed to have the same effects as benzodiazepines. The drug acts as a central nervous system depressant. Diproqualone's effects are achieved by enhancing the effects of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), a neurotransmitter in the brain which decreases the excitability of the neurons.

Medical uses

Diproqualone is used primarily for the treatment of insomnia. It is also used as a muscle relaxant and a painkiller in certain medical situations.

Side effects

Like all medicines, Diproqualone can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. The most common side effects of Diproqualone include dizziness, nausea, and in some cases, hallucinations. In rare cases, it can cause dependency and withdrawal symptoms if used for a long period of time.

Legal status

Diproqualone is a Schedule III drug under the Convention on Psychotropic Substances. In the United States, it is a Schedule I controlled substance.

See also

• Methaqualone
• GABAergic
• Insomnia

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