clonazepam

[ kloh-ney-zuh-pam ]

noun

, Pharmacology.

1. a benzodiazepine, C 15 H 10 ClN 3 O 3 , used in the control of certain epilepsies.

Word History and Origins

Origin of clonazepam¹

c(h)lo(rophe)n(yl) + (di)azep(in) , extracted from the chemical name + -am, of uncertain derivation

Example Sentences

The room was said to have "various broken items" and medication was found, including anxiety drug Clonazepam and other over-the-counter medications.

From BBC

In his hotel room, a state of “total disorder” was found - including things broken and multiple packets of medication including the anti-anxiety medication Clonazepam.

From BBC

They detailed that they found packs of clonazepam, a central nervous system depressant, energy supplements and other over-the-counter drugs.

From Salon

Doctors also used medications such as clonidine and clonazepam throughout the process to manage withdrawal symptoms.

From Science Daily

Authorities found diazepam and clonazepam, anti-anxiety medications usually known in the U.S. by the brand names Valium and Klonopin.

From Los Angeles Times