Anxiolytic Drugs Crossword Puzzle
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- 2. Non-sedating anxiolytic that is a partial agonist at 5-HT1A receptors
- 5. Mechanism of benzodiazepines: increases _______ of chloride channel opening in GABA A channel
- 6. Beta-blocker used off-label for performance anxiety
- 7. SSRI used as anxiolytic which can cause QT prolongation
- 11. Antidepressant class frequently used for panic disorder and social anxiety disorder
- 12. SSRI with anticholinergic side effects including sedation
- 13. Anticonvulsant sometimes used off-label for anxiety disorders
- 14. Benzodiazepine adverse effect involving impaired memory formation
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- 1. Alpha-2-delta ligand in voltage gated calcium channels with anxiolytic effects
- 3. Elderly patient with insomnia, anxiety, and frequent falls—avoid this anxiolytic drug class per Beers Criteria
- 4. Antihistamine used as an adjunct anxiolytic with sedation as primary ADR
- 8. Benzodiazepine with no active metabolites, preferred in hepatic impairment
- 9. Long-acting SSRI with agitation and insomnia as a potential ADR
- 10. Nervous system responsible for physical symptoms associated with anxiety
- 14. Brain region that processes fear