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chlordiazepoxide Definition

chlor·di·az·epox·ide (klôr′dī az′ə päks′īd′)

noun

a tranquilizer, CHClNO, that relieves anxiety: a hydrochloride derivative of this has similar properties and is the generic name for Librium, etc.

chlordiazepoxide Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • call: A drug called chlordiazepoxide can be given to help with withdrawal.
  • give: Diazepam and Chlordiazepoxide given in list of drugs with a barbiturate - like action capable of producing both physical and psychological dependence.