Oxazepam (Noun)
Meaning
A tranquilizing drug (trade name Serax) used to treat anxiety and insomnia and alcohol withdrawal.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Oxazepam is used to treat anxiety and insomnia in patients who have difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.
- The doctor prescribed oxazepam to help the patient cope with the withdrawal symptoms from years of heavy drinking.
- Oxazepam is often used in combination with other medications to treat anxiety disorders and insomnia.
- The patient was taking oxazepam to alleviate the anxiety symptoms associated with her stressful job.
- A common side effect of oxazepam is drowsiness, so it's usually taken at bedtime to help patients fall asleep.