Anxiolytics

Question 1

what are anxiolytics

Answer 1

Anxiolytics are a class of medications used to prevent or treat anxiety symptoms or disorders

Question 2

symptoms

Answer 2

restlessness
a sense of dread
feeling constantly "on edge"
difficulty concentrating
irritability

dizziness
tiredness
a noticeably strong, fast or irregular heartbeat (palpitations)
muscle aches and tension
trembling or shaking
dry mouth
excessive sweating
shortness of breath
stomach ache
feeling sick
headache
pins and needles

Question 3

treatment fro GAD

Answer 3

cognitive behavioural therapy
relaxation applied
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) e.g. sertraline
Serotonin and noradrenaline reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs)- dulextine
Pregabalin - anticonvulsant, which is used to treat conditions such as epilepsy, but it’s also been found to be beneficial in treating anxiety.
Benzodiazepines ( pam)

Question 4

For diagnosis of GAD: at least 3 main symptoms (out of a possible 6)

Answer 4

Restlessness or nervousness, being easily fatigued, poor concentration, irritability, muscle tension, or sleep disturbance

Question 5

what drugs are used to treat anxiety

Answer 5

monamine repute inhibitors ) antidepressants) - SSRI and SNRI

GABAa postive allosteric modulators - benzodiazepines
calcium Chanel blocks such as pregablin

beta-adrenorecetpor antagonists ( beta blockers) - propanolol

Question 6

order of giving anxiety drugs

Answer 6

1st line is CBT and coping mechanisms

1st line is SSRI or SNRI with nezo maybe fro the first 2 weeks for short term

pregalbin in 2nd lin e

if symptoms and tremor then use propranolol