Anxiolytic Drugs and Hypnotics

Question 1

Explain the difference between anxiolytics and hypnotics.

Answer 1

Anxiolytics:

• Used to treat anxiety
• Relief of psychological and physical symptoms
• Long-term treatment is antidepressants

Hypnotics:

• Used to treat insomnia
• Anxiety can cause insomnia

Question 2

Barbiturates, benzodiazepines and Z-drugs all modulate which receptor?

Answer 2

GABA_A