Benzodiazepines
Medication | Onset/Duration |
|---|---|
Alprazolam* | Intermediate/intermediate |
Chlordiazepoxide* | Intermediate/long |
Clonazepam | Intermediate/long |
Clorazepate* | Rapid/long |
Diazepam* | Rapid/long |
Lorazepam | Intermediate/short |
Oxazepam | Slow/short |
* Generally, these medications are not recommended for older patients because of potential side effects and, in some cases, a long half-life. | |
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