Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

flumazenil

Noun

/ˌfluːməˈzɛnɪl/

Definition

Flumazenil is a medication used primarily to reverse the effects of benzodiazepines, a class of drugs commonly prescribed for anxiety, epilepsy, and insomnia.

Examples

Flumazenil is often administered in emergency situations to counteract sedation caused by benzodiazepines.
Doctors may use flumazenil during a benzodiazepine overdose to help restore normal breathing.