Module 4: Therapeutics
Lesson 4
Benzodiazepines (cont’d)
Please review the linked additional information about the evaluation and management of generalized anxiety disorder, chronic insomnia in adults, and benzodiazepine medications.
References:
- CADTH (2014). Short and Long-Term Use of Benzodiazepines in Patients with Generalized Anxiety Disorder: A Review of Guidelines. Rapid Response Report: Summary with Critical Appraisal. Retrieved from: https://www.cadth.ca/short-and-long-term-use-benzodiazepines-patients-generalized-anxiety-disorder-review-guidelines
- Eagles, L. (2008). Guidance for Prescribing and Withdrawal of Benzodiazepines & Hypnotics in General Practice. NHS Grampian. Retrieved from http://www.benzo.org.uk/amisc/bzgrampian.pdf
- Schutte-Rodin, S., Broch, L., Buysse, D., Dorsey, C., & Sateia, M. (2008). Clinical guideline for the evaluation and management of chronic insomnia in adults. Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine, 4(5), 487–504.
