Lorazepam Flashcards
1
Q
What class of drug is lorazepam?
A
Benzodiazepines
2
Q
What are the uses of lorazepam?
A
Status epilepticus
Anxiety
Insomnia assocaited with anxiety
Sedation
3
Q
What is the mechanism of action of lorazepam?
A
Potentiates GABAA
Influx of Cl- ions
Increased inhibitory activity of GABA
4
Q
What are the adverse drug reactions of lorazepam?
A
- ataxia
- depression
- drowsiness
- hypotension
- muscle weakness
- sleep disorders
5
Q
What are important drug drug interactions for lorazepam?
A
Other CNS depressants
