.Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.N_NervousSystem.N05C_HypnoticsAndSedatives.N05CD01_Flurazepam.Flurazepam

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name:Flurazepam
ATC code:N05CD01
route:oral
n-compartments2

Flurazepam is a long-acting benzodiazepine used as a hypnotic for the treatment of insomnia. It acts as a positive allosteric modulator of GABA-A receptors, enhancing inhibitory neurotransmission. While once widely used for insomnia, its use today is limited due to risks of dependence, next-day sedation, and the availability of safer alternatives.

Pharmacokinetics

Pharmacokinetic parameters in healthy adult volunteers after a single 30 mg oral dose.

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