Benzodiazepines

Question 1

brand name

generic: clonazepam

Answer 1

klonopin

Question 2

generic name

brand: xanax

Answer 2

generic: alprazolam

Question 3

brand name

generic: diazepam

Answer 3

valium

Question 4

generic name

brand:ativan

Answer 4

lorazepam

Question 5

brand name

generic: temazepam

Answer 5

restoril

Question 6

generic name

brand: halcion

Answer 6

triazolam

Question 7

brand name

generic: clobazam

Answer 7

onfi, sympazan

Question 8

medication class for all

Answer 8

benzodiazepines: C-IV

Question 9

MOA for benzos

Answer 9

work by enhancing the
effect of GABA, a neurotransmitter that slows down the nerve impulses in the
brain and other areas resulting in
a relaxing, sedative effect that
works to relieve anxiety and can
induce sleepiness.

Question 10

BBW for benzos

Answer 10

• risks from concomitant use with opioids: abuse, misuse, and addiction
• dependence and withdrawal reactions

Question 11

ADRs

all benzos

Answer 11

• severe drowsiness, breathing problems, coma and death if mixed with opiods, alcohol or other CNS depressants (check with MD)
• do not drive or operate machinery until you know you feel
• physical dependence and withdrawal reactions
• hypersensitivity
• common: sedation, dizziness, weakness, and unsteadiness

Question 12

key counseling points

all benzos

Answer 12

• May cause drowsiness; avoid driving or other tasks requiring motor coordination.
• Avoid alcohol