Avizafone
Avizafone
Avizafone (/əˈvɪzəfoʊn/) is a water-soluble prodrug of diazepam. It is primarily used in the treatment of seizure disorders and anxiety.
Etymology
The term "Avizafone" is derived from the French "aviz", meaning "advice", and the Greek "phone", meaning "voice". This is likely a reference to the drug's calming effects.
Pharmacology
Avizafone is metabolized in the body to produce diazepam, a benzodiazepine that acts on the GABA receptors in the brain to produce a calming effect. This makes it effective in the treatment of conditions such as seizures and anxiety.
Related Terms
- Diazepam: A benzodiazepine drug that is used to treat a variety of conditions, including anxiety, seizures, and alcohol withdrawal syndrome.
- Prodrug: A medication or compound that, after administration, is metabolized into a pharmacologically active drug.
- GABA receptor: A class of receptors that respond to the neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), the chief inhibitory compound in the mature vertebrate central nervous system.
- Seizure: A sudden, uncontrolled electrical disturbance in the brain. It can cause changes in behavior, movements or feelings, and in levels of consciousness.
- Anxiety: A mental health disorder characterized by feelings of worry, anxiety, or fear that are strong enough to interfere with one's daily activities.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Avizafone
- Wikipedia's article - Avizafone
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