Diazepam

Diazepam

PubChem CID 3016
Structure
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Chemical Safety
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Molecular Formula C16H13ClN2O
Synonyms

diazepam

Valium

439-14-5

Diazemuls

Ansiolisina

Molecular Weight 284.74

Diazepam is a benzodiazepine derivative with anti-anxiety, sedative, hypnotic and anticonvulsant properties. Diazepam potentiates the inhibitory activities of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) by binding to the GABA receptor, located in the limbic system and the hypothalamus. This increases the frequency of chloride channel opening, allowing the flow of chloride ions into the neuron and ultimately leading to membrane hyperpolarization and a decrease in neuronal excitability.

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