Anxiolytics Flashcards
1
Q
What are the indications for anxiolytics?
A
Panic disorder
Generalised anxiety disorder
Substance-related disorders
Insomnias and parasomnias
2
Q
What are the key anxiolytics?
A
Buspirone and benzodiazapines
3
Q
What are the pros and cons of buspirone?
A
Pros- no sedation and it works independent of exogenous serotonin
Cons- it takes around two weeks to work and it will not work if patients are used to benzodiazapines
4
Q
What can benzodiazapines be used to treat?
A
Insomnias
Parasomnias
Anxiety disorders
CNS withdrawal states
5
Q
What are the side effects of benzodiazapines?
A
Somnolence
Cognitive deficits
Disinhibition
Tolerance
Dependence
6
Q
What are some examples of benzodiazapines?
A
Diazepam
Temazepam
Alprazolam (Xanax)
Lorazepam
