PTCE: Anxiolytics, Sedatives, and ADHD Medications

Anxiolytics and Sedatives are medications that …

work on the central nervous system to relieve anxiety, have a calming effect, or help with sleep

Anxiolytics are medications that …

reduce anxiety

Sedatives are medications that …

cause sleep

Benzodiazepines can be used as an anxiolytic or sleep aid and …

can also be used in the treatment of seizure disorders

the generic medications for ‘Benzodiazepines (indicated for anxiety)’ are:

Alprazolam, Clonazepam, Lorazepam, and Diazepam

the brand name for ‘Alprazolam’ is:

Xanax

the brand name for ‘Clonazepam’ is:

Klonopin

the brand name for ‘Lorazepam’ is:

Ativan

the brand name for ‘Diazepam’ is:

Valium

the generic medication under ‘Benzodiazepines (indicated for insomnia)’ is:

Temazepam

the brand name for ‘Temazepam’ is:

Restoril

The two generic medications under ‘Other Anxiolytics/Sedatives’ are:

Zolpidem and Buspirone

the brand name for ‘Zolpidem’ is:

Ambien

the brand name for ‘Buspirone’ is:

Buspar

the generic medications under ‘Central Nervous System Stimulants for ADHD’ are:

Methylphenidate, Dexmethylphenidate, Amphetamine/Dextroamphetamine, and Lisdexamfetamine

the brand name for ‘Methylphenidate’ is:

Ritalin

the brand name for ‘Dexmethylphenidate’ is:

Focalin

the brand name for ‘Amphetamine/Dextroamphetamine’ is:

Adderall

the brand name for ‘Lisdexamfetamine’ is:

Vyvanse

the generic medications under ‘Non Stimulants for ADHD’ areL

Atomoxetine, Clonidine ER, and Gunafacine ER

the brand name for ‘Atomoxetine’ is:

Strattera

the brand name for ‘Clonidine ER’ is:

Kapvay

the brand name for ‘Guanfacine ER’ is:

Intuniv