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Anxiolytics, Sedatives, and ADHD Meds
Question | Answer |
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Anxiolytics and Sedatives | Medications that work on the central nervous system to relieve anxiety, have a calming effect, or help with sleep Anxiolytics - reduce anxiety Sedatives - Cause sleep Grouped together bc many drugs have both properties |
Benzodiazepines | Work by enhancing the inhibiting neurotransmitter gammer- aminobutyric acid - has a calming effect on many brain functions Schedule IV |
Alprazolam Xanax Clonazepam Klonopin Lorazepam Ativan Diazepam Valium | Benzodiazepines |
Temazepam Resoril | Benzodiazepines indicated for insomnia |
Zolpidem Ambien | Other Anxiolytics/Sedatives |
Buspirone Buspar | Non-benzodiazepine sleep aid that works by enhancing GABA Schedule IV |
Work by increasing neurotranmitters that affect focus and impulse control Stimulant and Non Stimulant Medications Goal is to improve focus and impulse control | ADHD Medications |
Most commonly prescribed, Abuse potential Schedule II Work by increasing the amounts of dopamine and norepinephrine in the brain | Central Nervous System Stimulants for ADHD |
Central Nervous System Stimulants for ADHD | Methylphenidate Ritalin Dexmethlphenidate Focalin Amphetamine/Dextroamphetamine Adderall Lisdexamfetamine vyvanse |
Non Stimulants for ADHD | Atomoxetine Strattera Works by selectively inhibiting norepinephrine, causing increased levels; not a controlled substance Clonidine ER Kapvay Guanfacine ER Intuniv |