Benzodiazepines

Background

• Class of GABA Receptor Agonists
• Binding results in inhibition of neuronal firing

Commonly Used Benzodiazepines

• Alprazolam (Xanax)
• Chlordiazepoxide (Librium)
• Diazepam (Valium)
• Flurazepam (Dalmane)
• Lorazepam (Ativan)
• Midazolam (Versed)
• Oxazepam (Serax)

Uses

• Sedation
• Seizures
• Alcohol Withdrawal
• Panic Disorder
• Generalized Anxiety Disorder
• Insomnia
• Anxiety
• Muscle Spasms