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Drug Tx for Anxiety
Mental health- Drugs used to treat anxiety
Question | Answer |
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Benzo's | Short-term use (very addictive). Ideally prn. Not ideal for elderly (become more confused/agitated). Expected s/e: drowsiness, decreased VS. Adverse effects: very lethargic, slurred speech, ataxia. Don't stop suddenly (w/drawls, possibly grand mal). |
Alprazolam | Benzo (Xanax) |
Clonazepam | Benzo (Klonopin) |
Diazepam | Benzo (Valium) |
Lorazepam | Benzo (Ativan) |
Oxepam | Benzo (Serax) |
Chlordiazepoxide | Benzo (Librium) |
Buspirone | Non-benzo Benzo (Buspar)....Taken daily, not supposed to be addictive. |
Antihistamines | Used for side effect of drowsiness. Often replace Benzo's for pt. w/ Hx of addiction. Non-addictive. Prn. |
Atarax | Antihistamine |
Vistaril | Antihistamine |
Benadryl | Antihistamine |
Antidepressants | Used to treat depression and anxiety. Non-addictive. Taken daily, not prn. Side effect: anxiety. |
Paxil | Antidepressant |
Prozac | Antidepressant |
Zoloft | Antidepressant |
Nardil | Antidepressant |
Anafranil | Antidepressant |
Beta Blockers | Used to treat symptoms of anxiety; palpitations, tachycardia, tremors. Taken daily. Need B/P & pulse. |
Inderal | Beta Blocker |