Module 6 Drug List Flashcards
(24 cards)
Phenobarbital classification
Sedative-hypnotics
Phenobarbital therapeutic effect and indication use?
Therapeutic- sedation, anxiolysis, antiseizure, and muscle relaxer
Used to treat- anxiety disorders and seizure disorders
Diazepam
Valium
Clonazepam
Klonopin
Midazolam
Versed
Alprazolam
Xanax
Triazolam
Halcion
Therapeutic effects of sedative-hypnotics
Sedation. Anxiolysis, anti-seizure, and muscle relaxer
Indication or treatment use of Sedative-Hypnotics
Anxiety disorders and seizure disorders
Cautions of Sedative-Hypnotics
Potential for dependence/or abuse
Not recommended for chronic or long term use
Increased risk CNS depression if combined with other CNS depressants such as opioids or alcohol
Triazolam
Halcion
What med is used to treat insomnia that is considered a Sedative-Hypnotic?
Triazolam also called Halcion
Sedative-Hypnotic Medications (6)
Phenobarbital
Diazepam (Valium)
Clonazepam (Klonopin)
Midazolam (Versed)
Alprazolam (Xanex)
Triazolam (Halcion)
Insomnia Agents Therapeutic effects
Sedation
Insomnia agents used to treat
Insomnia
Factors associated with Ambien
Association with complex sleep behauers sub as somnambulance
Zolpidem
Ambien
Eszopiclone
Lunesta
Ramelteon
Rozerem
Diphenhydramine
2zzquil on Benadryl
Doxylamine
Uni som
Side effects for Benadryl, ZZZquil, and Unisom
Not recommended for chronic use
Side effects dry eye, dry mouth, constipation, irritability, carry over grogginess
What med is a OTC product, particular user for Jet lag or shift work disorders
Melatonin
Name six other insomnia agents
Zolpidem
Eszopiclone
Melatonin
Ramelteon
Diphenhydramine
Doxylamine
