Anxiolytics and sedatives

Question 1

What are anxiolytics

Answer 1

medications that work on the central nervous system to relieve anxiety, have a calming effect, or help with sleep. many anti depressants have anxiolytic effects as well.

Question 2

What are Benzodiazepines

Answer 2

Work by enhancing the neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) which has a calming effect on many brain functions, also used in the treatment of seizure disorders due to their GABA enhancing effect. DEA Schedule IV. Suffix AM

Question 3

Alprazolam

Answer 3

Xanax, Benzodiazepine

Question 4

Clonazepam

Answer 4

Klonopin, benzodiazepine

Question 5

Lorazepam

Answer 5

Ativan, benzodiazepine

Question 6

Diazepam

Answer 6

Valium, Benzodiazepine

Question 7

Temazepam

Answer 7

Restoril, benzodiazepine indicated for insomnia.

Question 8

Zolpidem

Answer 8

Ambien, non benzodiazepine sleep aid that works by enhancing gaba.

Question 9

Buspirone

Answer 9

Buspar, Anxiolytic that binds at certain serotonin and dopamine receptors but its exact mechanism for reducing anxiety is unknown.

Question 10

What are ADHD medications

Answer 10

Goal is to decrease symptoms of ADHD, work by increasing neurotransmitters that affect focus and impulse control(norepenephrin, dopamine. stimulant or non stimulant.

Question 11

What are central nervous system Stimulants for ADHD.

Answer 11

Most commonly prescribed meds for ADHD; abuse potential (DEA schedule II), Work by increasing the amounts of dopamine and norepenephrine in the brain.

Question 12

Methylphenidate

Answer 12

Ritalin, Central nervous system stimulant

Question 13

Dexmethylphenidate

Answer 13

Focalin, Central nervous system stimulant for adhd,

Question 14

Amphetamine/Dextroamphetamine

Answer 14

Adderall, Central nervous system stimulant for adhd,

Question 15

Lisdexamphetamine

Answer 15

Vyvanse, Central nervous system stimulant for adhd,

Question 16

What are non stimulants for ADHD

Answer 16

Work by selectively inhibiting norepenephrine, causing increaesd levels; not a controlled substance.

Question 17

Atomoxetine

Answer 17

Strattera, Non stimulant for ADHD

Question 18

Clonidine ER

Answer 18

Kapvay, Non stimulant for ADHD, Alpha 2 agonist blood pressure med with extended release formulation for adhd

Question 19

Guanfacine ER

Answer 19

Intuniv, Non stimulant for ADHD, Alpha 2 agonist blood pressure med with extended release formulation for adhd