Anxiolytic Drugs Crossword Puzzle

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