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Meaning of "diazepam" in the English dictionary

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ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD DIAZEPAM

From di-1 + azo- + ep(oxide) + -am.
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PRONUNCIATION OF DIAZEPAM

diazepam  [daɪˈæzəˌpæm] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF DIAZEPAM

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pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
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Diazepam is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES DIAZEPAM MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Diazepam

Diazepam /daɪˈæzɨpæm/, first marketed as Valium /ˈvæliəm/ by Hoffmann-La Roche, is a benzodiazepine drug. It is commonly used to treat anxiety, panic attacks, insomnia, seizures, muscle spasms, restless legs syndrome, alcohol withdrawal, benzodiazepine withdrawal, opiate withdrawal syndrome and Ménière's disease. It may also be used before certain medical procedures to reduce tension and anxiety, and in some surgical procedures to induce amnesia. It possesses anxiolytic, anticonvulsant, hypnotic, sedative, skeletal muscle relaxant, and amnestic properties. The pharmacological action of diazepam enhances the effect of the neurotransmitter GABA by binding to the benzodiazepine site on the GABAA receptor leading to central nervous system depression. Adverse effects of diazepam include anterograde amnesia and sedation, as well as paradoxical effects such as excitement, rage or worsening of seizures in epileptics. Benzodiazepines also can cause or worsen depression, particularly after extended periods of use.

Definition of diazepam in the English dictionary

The definition of diazepam in the dictionary is a chemical compound used as a minor tranquillizer and muscle relaxant and to treat acute epilepsy. Formula: C16H13ClN2O.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH DIAZEPAM


antispam
ˌæntɪˈspæm
clonazepam
kləʊˈnæzɪˌpæm
flunitrazepam
ˌfluːnaɪˈtræzəˌpæm
lorazepam
ləˈræzəˌpæm
nitrazepam
naɪˈtreɪzɪˌpæm
oxazepam
ɒksˈæzəˌpæm
pam
pæm
spam
spæm
temazepam
təˈmæzəˌpæm

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE DIAZEPAM

diatribe
diatribist
diatropic
diatropism
diaxon
Diaz
diazeuctic
diazeuxis
diazin
diazine
diazinon
diazo
diazole
diazomethane
diazonium
diazonium salt
diazotisation
diazotise
diazotization
diazotize

WORDS THAT END LIKE DIAZEPAM

Adam
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Amsterdam
cam
cream
dam
dream
Islam
jam
Nam
on the beam
program
ram
sam
steam
stream
tam
team
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Synonyms and antonyms of diazepam in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «diazepam» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF DIAZEPAM

Find out the translation of diazepam to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of diazepam from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «diazepam» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

地西泮
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

diazepam
570 millions of speakers

English

diazepam
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

डायजेपाम
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

الديازيبام
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

диазепам
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

diazepam
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

ডিয়াজেপাম
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

diazépam
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Diazepam
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Diazepam
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

ジアゼパム
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

다이아 제팜
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Diazepam
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

diazepam
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

டையஸிபம்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

डायझेपॅम
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

diazepam
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

diazepam
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

diazepam
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

діазепам
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

diazepam
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

διαζεπάμη
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

diasepam
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

diazepam
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

diazepam
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of diazepam

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «DIAZEPAM»

The term «diazepam» is quite widely used and occupies the 39.388 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «DIAZEPAM» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «diazepam» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «diazepam» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about diazepam

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «DIAZEPAM»

Discover the use of diazepam in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to diazepam and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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The Benzo Book
" The Benzo Book recounts the author's experience as an unwitting addict, with full details about minimizing withdrawal symptoms, and exposes the sociological, medical and economic factors which cause this widespread-yet largely unknown ...
Jack Hobson-Dupont, 2006
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Benzo-Wise: A Recovery Companion
It is enriched by her experience, and her courage and determination to remain optimistic will inspire and give every reader hope. This is exactly the resource you've been looking for.
V Baylissa Frederick, Bliss Johns, 2010
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Introduction to Drug Metabolism
The expertise of the authors is complementary, with one based on biochemistry/toxicology and the other based on pharmacology/medicine.
G. Gordon Gibson, Paul Skett, 2001
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One Minute Wisdom
Rooted in the spirit of the Gospel and spanning the mystical traditions of East and West, this invigorating volume -- like all the author's previous books -- is intended to enliven our faith and free us from whatever imprisons our mind, ...
Anthony De Mello, 2012
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Essential Psychopharmacology: The Prescriber's Guide : ...
This is a pragmatic, easy-to-use formulary for prescribing clinicians, covering the main drugs for depression.
Stephen M. Stahl, 2006
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British National Formulary (BNF) 67:
Some of the significant changes in this edition include: Updated advice on the withdrawal of benzodiazepines New MHRA advice on the safety of Metoclopramide – risk of neurological adverse effects Antiepileptic drugs - new advice on ...
Joint Formulary Committee, 2014
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Development of Novel Intranasal Diazepam Formulations for ...
A potential dosage form for intranasal administration of diazepam (DZP) in the treatment of epileptic seizure emergencies was investigated.
Hao Hou, 2006
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A Million Little Pieces
There he was told he could either stop using or die before he reached age 24. This is Frey's acclaimed account of his six weeks in rehab. From the Trade Paperback edition.
James Frey, 2004
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Essential Neuropharmacology: The Prescriber's Guide
Essential Neuropharmacology: The Prescriber's Guide reviews the most important medications used by neurologists.
Stephen D. Silberstein, Michael J. Marmura, Stephen M. Stahl, 2010
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Psychobiology of Personality
These advances are discussed in this new edition, making it essential reading for advanced students of psychology and psychiatry.
Marvin Zuckerman, 2005

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «DIAZEPAM»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term diazepam is used in the context of the following news items.
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Valium Sold Online Could Be Counterfeit, FDA Warns
The FDA is warning consumers who purchase diazepam (Valium) online that the anti-anxiety drug could be counterfeit. Muscle spasms in the ... «Pharmacy Times, Jul 15»
2
Afton man gets charged with drug possession
... deputies found a small, orange pill marked Mylan 345 in his belongings. The diazepam is a schedule IV controlled substance. Advertisement. «Woodbury Bulletin, Jul 15»
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Plymouth man accused of drug driving dangerously to face trial …
... 2.12gms of amphetamine, 206ml of methadone, 0.33gms of MDMA, 0.35gms of crack cocaine, 0.34gms of cannabis and nine blue diazepam ... «Plymouth Herald, Jul 15»
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Police arrest Stevenson man on drug charges - Huntsville News …
The pills contained Hydrocodone, Clonazepam and Diazepam, all which are controlled without a prescription. Also seized were a total of 18 ... «WAAY, Jul 15»
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Inquests hear how two people died either side of Cockett railway …
A toxicology report revealed the 31-year-old had a mixture of drugs in her system at the time, including amphetamine, morphine, and diazepam, ... «South Wales Evening Post, Jul 15»
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Biotie Therapies Oyj Now Covered by Analysts at Roth Capital (BITI)
... selective adenosine 2a (A2a) receptor antagonist for the Parkinson's disease treatment; NRL-1, a intranasal formulation of diazepam for patients with epilepsy; ... «Dakota Financial News, Jul 15»
7
Blotter Briefs
Troopers found a methamphetamine, diazepam and a rifle with an illegal silencer in 2013. Tyree possessed meth, heroin and a gun, according ... «Mat-Su Valley Frontiersman, Jul 15»
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FDA warns about potential counterfeit diazepam sold online
Laboratory analysis indicated a product labelled diazepam contained between 10 mg and 20 mg of haloperidol per tablet. The tablets are ... «Healio, Jul 15»
9
Warning after empty drug boxes found in Limavady
... to be vigilant in the Gorteen and Coolessan areas of Limavady following the discovery of empty boxes of the controlled drug 'Diazepam'. «Derry Journal, Jul 15»
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Plymouth nurse who stole drugs in elderly patients' names is …
Bosses found a large amount of diazepam, the chemical name for Valium, and the painkiller Co-codamol had been prescribed. Investigations ... «Plymouth Herald, Jul 15»

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