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triazolam

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tri·a·zo·lam  (tr-z-lm)
n.
A hypnotic agent of the benzodiazepine class prescribed in the short-term treatment of insomnia.
[tri- + azol(e) + (diazep)am.]
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Noun1.triazolam - a form of benzodiazepine (trade name Halcion) frequently prescribed as a sleeping pill; usually given to people who have trouble falling asleep
Halcion
benzodiazepine - any of several similar lipophilic amines used as tranquilizers or sedatives or hypnotics or muscle relaxants; chronic use can lead to dependency
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