Triazolam
Medication
DescriptionTriazolam is a central nervous system depressant tranquilizer in the triazolobenzodiazepine class. It possesses pharmacological properties similar to those of other benzodiazepines, but it is generally only used as a sedative to treat severe insomnia.
Formula: C17H12Cl2N4
Molar mass: 343.2 g/mol
Elimination half-life: 1.5–5.5 hours
Metabolism: Hepatic
Bioavailability: 44% (oral route), 53% (sublingual), 98% (intranasal)
ATC code: N05CD05 (WHO)
Trade name: Halcion
