Benzodiazepines Archives

Comparing Oral Benzodiazepines – Pharmacokinetic Table

Date April 5, 2020 Author By Eric Christianson Category Benzodiazepines

Benzodiazepines or “benzos” are a class of psychoactive drugs that are used to treat insomnia and anxiety. While we want to discuss the differences amongst these agents, we must remember that when comparing oral benzodiazepines, it is critical to remember that dosing matters! A dose of clonazepam 0.125 mg is likely going to be way […]

Tapering Benzodiazepines – Tricks of the Trade

Date March 8, 2020 Author By Eric Christianson Category Benzodiazepines

Tapering benzodiazepines or any drug for that matter is a bit of an art. Sure we do have some evidence on these types of topics, but we can’t also schedule a taper schedule perfectly based upon a percentage of the dose. Dosage forms and the patients themselves can throw a wrinkle into what we might […]

Comparing Lorazepam and Diazepam

Date September 1, 2019 Author By Eric Christianson Category Benzodiazepines

Benzodiazepines are on the Beers criteria. They can have significant adverse effects like sedation, confusion, the risk for dependence, and increased fall risk. We like to avoid benzodiazepines if we can, but what if we do feel that it is necessary (i.e. hospice or other situation)? I have been asked this question before and will […]