eszopiclone

n. a nonbenzodiazepine hypnotic used for the short-term treatment of insomnia. Like the related drug zaleplon, it is relatively selective for a specific subunit on the GABA_A receptorgabaa-receptor complex. Side effects include excessive sedation or confusion, dry mouth, and a bitter taste. U.S. trade name: Lunesta.

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February 23rd 2025

biperiden

n. a synthetic anticholinergic drug closely related to trihexyphenidyl but having greater affinity for nicotinic receptors than for muscarinic receptors, compared with trihexyphenidyl. It is used to manage symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and parkinsonian symptoms induced by antipsychotic drugs. U.S. trade name: Akineton.