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Rohypnol
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Rohypnol Rohypnol (the trade name of flunitrazepam) is a sedative that was made in the early 1970's by Roche and was used in hospitals only for deep sedation. It was first released on the market in 1975 in tablet form in Europe. The tablet was then released in the early 1980's to other countries. It came in 5 mg, 2 mg, and 1 mg sizes, but due to its strength the higher doses were taken off the market and now it only comes in one strength: 1 mg. It is the strongest sleeping tablet to ever be made.
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Rohypnol
Rohypnol (the trade name of flunitrazepam) is a sedative that was made in the early 1970's by Roche and was used in hospitals only for deep sedation. It was first released on the market in 1975 in tablet form in Europe. The tablet was then released in the early 1980's to other countries. It came in 5 mg, 2 mg, and 1 mg sizes, but due to its strength the higher doses were taken off the market and now it only comes in one strength: 1 mg. It is the strongest sleeping tablet to ever be made.
Deep
In anatomy, away from the surface or further into the body. As opposed to superficial. The bones are deep to the skin.
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Ribosome
A cytoplasmic cellular structure, composed of ribonucleic acid and protein, that functions in the synthesis of protein. Ribosomes interact with messenger RNA and transfer RNA to join together amino acid units into a polypeptide chain according to the sequence determined by the genetic code.
Radioisotope scan
Uses radioactive substances introduced into the body to create an image of the functioning adrenal gland.
Risk factors
Traits that make it more likely that a person will develop an illness.
Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS)
Wittmaack-Ekbom or restless legs syndrome is a disorder of the nervous system that affects sensation and movement in the legs and causes the limbs to feel uncomfortable. Relief can be temporarily gained by moving the legs which cause sufferers to seem fidgety and restless.
Retinoid
A natural or synthetic substance derived from vitamin A.
Rohypnol
Radiation Oncology
The study and treatment of cancers using radiation (x-rays, gamma rays or electrons).
Radiation Therapy
The use of x-rays, gamma rays, or electrons to treat cancers.
Range of motion
the extent that a joint will move from full extension to full flexion.
Resting tremor
A tremor of a limb that increases when the limb is at rest.
Retropulsion
The tendency to step backwards if bumped from the front or upon initiating walking, usually seen in patients who tend to lean backwards because of problems with balance.
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Rohypnol
Rohypnol (the trade name of flunitrazepam) is a sedative that was made in the early 1970's by Roche and was used in hospitals only for deep sedation. It was first released on the market in 1975 in tablet form in Europe. The tablet was then released in the early 1980's to other countries. It came in 5 mg, 2 mg, and 1 mg sizes, but due to its strength the higher doses were taken off the market and now it only comes in one strength: 1 mg. It is the strongest sleeping tablet to ever be made.
Deep
In anatomy, away from the surface or further into the body. As opposed to superficial. The bones are deep to the skin.
SIMILAR TERMS--------------------------------------
PREVIOUS AND NEXT TERMS--------------------------------------
Ribosome
A cytoplasmic cellular structure, composed of ribonucleic acid and protein, that functions in the synthesis of protein. Ribosomes interact with messenger RNA and transfer RNA to join together amino acid units into a polypeptide chain according to the sequence determined by the genetic code.
Radioisotope scan
Uses radioactive substances introduced into the body to create an image of the functioning adrenal gland.
Risk factors
Traits that make it more likely that a person will develop an illness.
Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS)
Wittmaack-Ekbom or restless legs syndrome is a disorder of the nervous system that affects sensation and movement in the legs and causes the limbs to feel uncomfortable. Relief can be temporarily gained by moving the legs which cause sufferers to seem fidgety and restless.
Retinoid
A natural or synthetic substance derived from vitamin A.
Rohypnol
Radiation Oncology
The study and treatment of cancers using radiation (x-rays, gamma rays or electrons).
Radiation Therapy
The use of x-rays, gamma rays, or electrons to treat cancers.
Range of motion
the extent that a joint will move from full extension to full flexion.
Resting tremor
A tremor of a limb that increases when the limb is at rest.
Retropulsion
The tendency to step backwards if bumped from the front or upon initiating walking, usually seen in patients who tend to lean backwards because of problems with balance.
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