Sedatives Flashcards

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Sedatives

Common Names:

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Xanax (Alprazolam) 
Klonopin (Clonazepam) 
Valium (Diazepam) 
Restoril (Temazepam) 
Dalmane (Flurazepam)
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Sedatives

Indications:

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Treats insomnia (difficulty falling asleep), anxiety, nervousness, muscle spasms, and seizures

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Sedatives

Common Side Effects:

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 Drowsiness, dizziness, or tired feeling
 Trouble concentrating, memory loss
 Dry mouth, upset stomach, constipation
 Vision changed such as trouble focusing
 Feeling “hungover” the morning after
bedtime use

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Sedatives

Adverse Side Effects (Call HCP):

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 Severe weakness, trouble standing
 Hallucinations, confusion.
 Uncontrolled body movements
 Yellow skin or eyes

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