Benzodiazepines Flashcards
1
Q
Examples of Benzodiazepines
4
A
- Diazepam (Schedule 4 drug)
- Midazolam (Schedule 4 drug)
- Zolazepam
- Alprazolam
2
Q
What are the effects of Benzodiazepines?
3
A
- CNS depression
- anticonvulsant
- muscle relaxant
3
Q
How does Diazepam react to other drugs?
A
not compatible with other drugs except ketamine
4
Q
Is Diazepam water soluble?
A
no
5
Q
How is Diazepam administered?
A
IV only, slowly
6
Q
What can Diazepam also be used for?
2
A
- Used as an appetite stimulant
2. to relieve anxiety in cats
7
Q
How long do Diazepam effects last?
A
short duration of action
8
Q
What are some characteristics of Diazepam?
2
A
- light sensitive
2. classified as a schedule 4 drug
9
Q
How are the effects of Benzodiazepines reversed?
A
flumazenil
10
Q
What drug is used to stimulate appetite other than Diazepam?
A
mirtazapine
