Benzodiazepines
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Background
- Class of GABA Receptor Agonists
- Binding results in inhibition of neuronal firing
Commonly Used Benzodiazepines and Equivalent Oral Doses
- Alprazolam (Xanax)-0.5mg
- Chlordiazepoxide (Librium)-25mg
- Diazepam (Valium)-5mg
- Flurazepam (Dalmane)-15mg
- Lorazepam (Ativan)-1mg
- Midazolam (Versed)-5mg
- Oxazepam (Serax)-15mg
Uses
- Sedation
- Seizures
- Alcohol Withdrawal
- Panic Disorder
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Insomnia
- Anxiety
- Muscle Spasms