Menitrazepam
Menitrazepam
Menitrazepam (pronunciation: men-i-tra-ze-pam) is a benzodiazepine derivative drug known for its anxiolytic, anticonvulsant, muscle relaxant, and sedative properties. It is a rare drug, not widely available globally.
Etymology
The term "Menitrazepam" is derived from the systematic (IUPAC) name: 7-chloro-5-phenyl-1,3-dihydro-1-methyl-2H-1,4-benzodiazepin-2-one. The suffix "-azepam" is common in benzodiazepine class drugs, indicating its membership in this class.
Pharmacology
Menitrazepam is a benzodiazepine, a class of drugs that act on the central nervous system, specifically targeting gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) receptors. It enhances the effect of GABA, a neurotransmitter that inhibits activity in the brain. This results in sedative, muscle relaxant, anxiolytic, and anticonvulsant effects.
Related Terms
- Benzodiazepine: A class of psychoactive drugs with varying sedative, hypnotic, anxiolytic, anticonvulsant, muscle relaxant and amnesic properties.
- Anxiolytic: A medication or other intervention that inhibits anxiety.
- Anticonvulsant: Also known as antiepileptic drugs, they prevent or reduce the severity of seizures.
- Muscle relaxant: A drug that reduces muscle tone, allowing for increased mobility and decreased discomfort in conditions involving muscle spasms or hyperactivity.
- Sedative: A substance that induces sedation by reducing irritability or excitement.
- Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA): A naturally occurring amino acid that works as a neurotransmitter in your brain.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Menitrazepam
- Wikipedia's article - Menitrazepam
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