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Benzodiazepines
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Contents
Background
- Class of GABA Receptor Agonists
- Binding results in inhibition of neuronal firing
Table
| Generic (Trade Name) | Equivalent Oral Dose | Onset | Duration |
| Alprazolam (Xanax) | 0.5mg | ||
| Chlordiazepoxide (Librium) | 25mg | ||
| Diazepam (Valium) | 5mg | ||
| Flurazepam (Dalmane) | 15mg | ||
| Lorazepam (Ativan) | 1mg | 5-20 min (IV); 15-30 min (IM) | 6-8 H |
| Midazolam (Versed) | 5mg | 15 min (IM) | 2 H |
| Oxazepam (Serax) | 15mg |
Uses
- Sedation
- Seizures
- Alcohol Withdrawal
- Panic Disorder
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Insomnia
- Anxiety
- Muscle Spasms
See Also
References
Authors
Aaron Fields, Ross Donaldson, Daniel Ostermayer, Kurt Hansen, Neil Young
