Diazepam is a benzodiazepine used to treat anxiety disorders, manage alcohol withdrawal symptoms, alleviate muscle spasms, and treat certain seizure disorders. It works by calming the brain and central nervous system. It is grouped under the following drug class(es): Anxiolytics, Benzodiazepines, Controlled drug substances, Neurotransmitter agents, Psychotropic agents, Schedule IV controlled substances, Sedatives and Spasticity agents. Its therapeutic use is listed as anti-epileptic drugs, antianxiety drugs, anticonvulsants, central nervous system (CNS) agents, muscle relaxants and veterinary tranquilizers. The directory classifies it as a commercial API with a synthetic source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include Alboral, Methyldiazepinone, Ansiolin and Apozepam. It is listed as a controlled drug substance (Schedule IV). Its PubChem CID is 3016.
Diazepam
| CAS No | 439-14-5 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C16H13ClN2O |
| Molecular Weight | 284.74 g/mol |
| Synonyms | 7-chloro-1-methyl-5-phenyl-3H-1,4-benzodiazepin-2-one |
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Diazepam is a benzodiazepine used to treat anxiety disorders, manage alcohol withdrawal symptoms, alleviate muscle spasms, and treat certain seizure disorders. It works by calming the brain and central nervous system.
The listed CAS number is 439-14-5.
The listed molecular formula is C16H13ClN2O.
The listed molecular weight is 284.74 g/mol.
7-chloro-1-methyl-5-phenyl-3H-1,4-benzodiazepin-2-one.
The source lists Alboral, Methyldiazepinone, Ansiolin and Apozepam.