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