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1. benzodiazepine
noun. ['ˌbɛnzoʊdiːˈæzəpiːn'] any of several similar lipophilic amines used as tranquilizers or sedatives or hypnotics or muscle relaxants; chronic use can lead to dependency.
Synonyms
Etymology
- benzo- (English)
- diazepine (English)
- azepine (English)
Rhymes with Benzodiazepine
- lupien
- nifedipine
- nifedipine
- sapien
- stempien
- zapien
Sentences with benzodiazepine
1. Noun, singular or mass
Your veterinarian may combine their usage with a benzodiazepine or a serotonin agonist during the interim.
2. Verb, base form
By binding to benzodiazepine sites, Valerian increases the availability of GABA in brain cells, known as neurons.
3. Adjective
Diazepam is a benzodiazepine tranquilizer used to treat anxiety and seizures in human beings and dogs alike.