Decoding the Suffix: What Does Pam Mean on a Prescription?
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According to the National Center for Health Statistics, millions of prescriptions for benzodiazepines, a class of drugs often ending in '-pam', are written annually in the U.S., many for anxiety and sleep disorders. While the abbreviation 'Pam' is not typically found on a prescription itself, the suffix '-pam' is a common indicator of a specific class of medication that works on the central nervous system. Understanding what does 'Pam' mean on a prescription begins with recognizing this important drug naming convention and exploring the specific actions and risks associated with these drugs.
