adapin

noun

Meaning

A tricyclic antidepressant medication used primarily to treat symptoms of depression and anxiety, as well as insomnia.

Examples

  • She noticed a significant improvement in her sleep quality after starting a low-dose regimen of adapin.
  • The pharmacist warned that adapin might cause drowsiness, so it should be taken shortly before bedtime.

Synonyms: doxepin, antidepressant, sedative, medication