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Benzodiazepines

– Depresses the CNS and supresses seizure activity.

Drugs includes:

• Klonopin
• Tranxene
• Valium

Used for:

• Seizures
• Alcohol Withdrawal
• Epilepsy

 

Side Effects/ Adverse Reaction

• Drowsiness
• Ataxia
• Respiratory Depression

– Tell patient to not taper the drug abruptly.