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Estazolam

(Science: chemical) 8-chloro-6-phenyl-4h-(1,2,4)triazolo(4,3-a)(1,4)benzodiazepine. A benzodiazepine with anticonvulsant, hypnotic, and muscle relaxant properties. It has been shown in some cases to be more potent than diazepam or nitrazepam.

Pharmacological action: anti-anxiety agents, anticonvulsants, gaba modulators, muscle relaxants, central, sedatives, nonbarbiturate.

chemical name: 4H-(1,2,4)Triazolo(4,3-a)(1,4)benzodiazepine, 8-chloro-6-phenyl-