Sedatives Flashcards
1
Q
how do benzos work
A
facilitate GABA inhibition of cell function
2
Q
describe the half life of diazepam
A
long 20+ hours
3
Q
describe the half life of midazolam
A
very short
4
Q
give some benzos
A
clonazepam
diazepam
midazolam
lorazepam
5
Q
what benzo is most commonly used in alcohol withdrawal
A
chlordiazepoxide
6
Q
what is the half life of zoplicone
A
5 hours
7
Q
describe the most common side effects seen with benzo use
A
resembling those of intoxication eg
- impaired attention/self awareness
- impaired attention
- impaired reaction time
- impaired motor coordination
8
Q
what drug can be used to reverse the action of benzos
A
flumazenil
9
Q
how long before you should try and stop benzo use
A
2-4 weeks
