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Noun: Halcion
  1. A form of benzodiazepine (trade name Halcion) frequently prescribed as a sleeping pill; usually given to people who have trouble falling asleep
    "The doctor cautioned against long-term use of Halcion";
    - triazolam

Type of: benzodiazepine

Encyclopedia: Halcion