CNS Depressants and Muscle Relaxant Drugs

diazepam, alprazolam, lorazepam, and temazepam

they are benzodiazepines

mechanism of action for benzodiazepines

CNS depressants/ GABA enhancer

benzodiazepines indications

sedation, anxiety, anesthesia

benzodiazepines adverse effects

drowsiness, respiratory depression, and hangover effect

what should be taken note with benzodiazepines

be aware of interactions with other CNS depressants

zolpidem and eszolicone

they are non-benzodiazepines hypontics

what is the mechanism of action of non-benzodiazepines hypontics

GABA enhancer

non-benzodiazepines hypontics indications

insomnia

non-benzodiazepines hypontics adverse effects

reduced REM sleep, slows cardiovascular, CNS, and respiratory functions; may induce GI issues

phenobarbital class

barbiturates

barbiturates mechanism of action

enhances GABA

barbiturates indications

low doses for sedation, high doses for hypnotic effects

what are barbiturates also known for

enzyme inducers

baclofen, cyclobenzaprine, methocarbamol class

musle relaxants

mechanism of action for muscle relaxants

GABA enhancers

indications of muscle relaxants

relief of muscle spasticity in MS conditions

notes about effects of muscle relaxants

effects are on CNS and skeletal muscles