benzdiazine

/ˌbɛnzdaɪˈæzɪniːn/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of benzodiazepine, a class of psychoactive drugs

“The medication is classified as a benzdiazepine, which is commonly used to treat anxiety disorders.”

2. adjective

Relating to or denoting a type of benzodiazepine

“The benzdiazepine medication was prescribed to the patient to alleviate symptoms of insomnia.”

Synonyms

  • anxiolytic
  • benzodiazepine

Antonyms

  • stimulant