Meprobamate

A carbamate with hypnotic, sedative, and some muscle relaxant properties, although in therapeutic doses reduction of anxiety rather than a direct effect may be responsible for muscle relaxation. Meprobamate has been reported to have anticonvulsant actions against petit mal seizures, but not against grand mal seizures (which may be exacerbated). It is used in the treatment of ANXIETY DISORDERS, and also for the short-term management of INSOMNIA but has largely been superseded by the BENZODIAZEPINES. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p603)

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Tree Number(s): D02.241.081.251.510

MeSH Unique ID: D008620

Registry Number: 9I7LNY769Q

Entry Terms:

• Equanil
• Miltown
• Dapaz
• Meprospan
• Tranmep
• Visano
• Méprobamate Richard

Pharmacologic Action:

• Anticonvulsants
• Hypnotics and Sedatives
• Muscle Relaxants, Central
• Anti-Anxiety Agents

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Organic Chemicals
Carboxylic Acids
Acids, Acyclic
Carbamates
Meprobamate