Sedative-hypnotic-anxiolytic Drugs Flashcards
1
Q
Mechanism of action of flumazenil. Uses.
A
Nonspecific BZ receptor antagonist
Reverse CNS depression by BZD (anesthesia or oversdose)
*cannot reverse CNS depression by barbiturates and OH
2
Q
Which mediates the BZ1 and BZ2 receptors?
A
Sedation
Anxiolytic and impairment cognitive function