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Anti Anxiety Flashcards

1
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What class of drug used for anti anxiety

A

Benzodiazepine

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What can benzodiazepine be used for

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Anxiolytic
Treat insomnia
Muscle relaxant
Premedication for sedation as part of balanced anaesthesia 
Alcohol withdrawal
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Mechanism of action of benzodiazepine

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Bind to bzd binding site on gaba receptor on chloride ion channel, increase frequency of channel opening, promoting action GABA

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4
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Name the various benzodiazepines

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Midazolam 2-3h
Lorazepam, alprazolam 8h
Diazepam 1 day

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Adverse effects of benzodiazepine

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Dose related drowsiness
Diminished motor skills, increased reaction time
Anterograde amnesia
Hypomanic, garrulousness
Can cross placenta barrier and cause floppy child syndrome
Tolerance/dependence/withdrawal if administered frequently

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How is benzodiazepine administered

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Oral or parenteral

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