Psychopharmacology: Benzodiazepines & Z-drugs (Names)

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1. Diazepam​

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Diazepam is a medication that belongs to the benzodiazepine class and is commonly marketed under the brand name Valium. Therefore, Valium is the correct answer as it is the specific brand name for Diazepam.

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This quiz focuses on the brand names of various benzodiazepines and Z-drugs, such as Diazepam (Valium) and Clonazepam (Klonopin). It assesses knowledge crucial for healthcare professionals, enhancing their understanding and proficiency in psychopharmacology.

2. Temazepam

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Temazepam is a medication that belongs to the class of drugs known as benzodiazepines. It is commonly used to treat insomnia and other sleep disorders. Restoril is the brand name for the generic drug temazepam. Therefore, Restoril is the correct answer as it is the specific brand name for the medication temazepam.

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3. Alprazolam

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Alprazolam is a medication commonly known by its brand name Xanax. Xanax is a benzodiazepine drug that is primarily used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. It works by enhancing the effects of a neurotransmitter called GABA in the brain, which helps to reduce anxiety and promote relaxation. Therefore, Xanax is the correct answer as it is the brand name for the medication Alprazolam.

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4. Lorazepam

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Ativan is the brand name for the medication Lorazepam. Therefore, the correct answer is Ativan.

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5. Chlordiazepoxide

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Chlordiazepoxide is a medication that belongs to the benzodiazepine class and is commonly known by the brand name Librium. Therefore, the correct answer is Librium.

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6. Triazolam

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Triazolam is a medication commonly known by its brand name Halcion. Therefore, the correct answer is Halcion.

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7. Estazolam

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Estazolam and Prosom are both brand names for the same medication, which is a benzodiazepine used to treat insomnia. Therefore, the correct answer is Prosom, as it is one of the brand names for Estazolam.

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8. Clonazepam

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Clonazepam is a medication commonly known by its brand name Klonopin. Therefore, the correct answer is Klonopin.

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9. Eszopiclone

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Lunesta is the brand name for the medication Eszopiclone. Therefore, the correct answer is Lunesta.

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10. Zolpidem

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11. Clorazepate

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Clorazepate is a medication used to treat anxiety disorders, whereas Tranxene is the brand name for the medication Clorazepate. Therefore, Tranxene is the correct answer as it specifically refers to the brand name of Clorazepate.

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12. Zaleplon

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13. Benzodiazepine antagonist (overdose)

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Flumazenil is a benzodiazepine antagonist commonly used to treat benzodiazepine overdose. When someone overdoses on benzodiazepines, such as Valium or Xanax, they may experience symptoms like drowsiness, confusion, and slowed breathing. Flumazenil works by binding to the same receptors in the brain as benzodiazepines, effectively blocking their effects and reversing the overdose symptoms. It is administered intravenously and can rapidly reverse the sedative effects of benzodiazepine overdose.

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14. Oxazepam

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15. Clobazam

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Diazepam​
Temazepam
Alprazolam
Lorazepam
Chlordiazepoxide
Triazolam
Estazolam
Clonazepam
Eszopiclone
Zolpidem
Clorazepate
Zaleplon
Benzodiazepine antagonist (overdose)
Oxazepam
Clobazam
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