Pharmacology: Anxiety Disorders Flashcards
1
Q
Antidote for Benzodiazepines + Adverse Effect
A
Flumazenil = Risk of seizures with use.
2
Q
Benzodiazepines that are not affected by p450 enzymes
A
Lorazepam and Oxazepam = therefore preferred for elderly patients
3
Q
Benzodiazipines that are fast acting => crosses BBB very rapidly
A
Clorazepate and Diazepam
4
Q
Most commonly used SNRI (Antidepressant)
A
Venlafaxine
5
Q
What is the worst Antidepressant and why?
A
TCAs = adverse effects
