antianxiety meds Flashcards
The most common anti-anxiety medications are
benzodiazepines
What are the 3 benzos that treat anxiety
Clonazepam
Alprazolam
Lorazepam
How can beta blockers treat anxiety
treat physical sx like trembling, tachycardia, sweating. They are a PRN, quick acting med.
is buspirone a benzo
no, it takes several weeks to be effective.
Draw back to benzos
People build up a tolerance, and require higher doses. Dependence is possible. Usually they are prescribed for short times, unless it is ativan for catatonia.
Do you taper off benzos
yes
s/e of benzos (6)
Nausea Blurred vision Headache Confusion Tiredness Nightmares
s/e of beta-blockers
Fatigue
Cold hands
Dizziness or light-headedness
Weakness
What particular person should not receive beta-blockers?
people with asthma or diabetes because beta-blockers can worsen sx.
s/e of buspirone
Dizziness Headaches Nausea Nervousness Lightheadedness Excitement Trouble sleeping
Clonazepam brand name
Klonopin
Alprazolam brand name
Xanax
Lorazepam brand name
Ativan
Diazepam brand name
Valium
Brand name of Flurazepam
(Dalmane)
Brand name of Temazepam
(Restoril)
Brand name of Triazolam
(Halcion)
Brand name of Estazolam
(ProSom)
Brand name of Quazepam
(Doral)
What are the 3 short acting-hypnotic sleep agents
Zolpidem (Ambien)
Zaleplon (Sonata)
Eszopiclone (Lunesta)
Brand name of zolpiden
Ambien
Brand name of zalepion
Sonata
Brand name of eszopiclone
Lunesta
What are 3 melatonin receptor agonists
Ramelteon (Rozerem)
Doxepin (Silenor)
Buspirone (BuSpar)
