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What is the primary source of endogenous melatonin?
What is the primary source of endogenous melatonin?
- Pineal gland (correct)
- Pancreas
- Pineapple
- Pituitary gland
How is endogenous melatonin derived?
How is endogenous melatonin derived?
- From the amino acid tryptophan (correct)
- From caffeine
- From glucose
- From vitamin C
What is the recommended range of doses for melatonin supplements?
What is the recommended range of doses for melatonin supplements?
- 0.3 to 5 mg (correct)
- 0.1 to 0.5 mg
- 10 to 15 mg
- 5 to 10 mg
What is the primary influence of melatonin on sleep-wake cycles?
What is the primary influence of melatonin on sleep-wake cycles?
What are melatonin supplements widely promoted for?
What are melatonin supplements widely promoted for?
In which patients are melatonin supplements contraindicated?
In which patients are melatonin supplements contraindicated?
What is a potential unexpected response to diazepam in children?
What is a potential unexpected response to diazepam in children?
In which patient population should diazepam be used with caution due to slower metabolism?
In which patient population should diazepam be used with caution due to slower metabolism?
What should patients with renal or hepatic impairment be cautious of when using diazepam?
What should patients with renal or hepatic impairment be cautious of when using diazepam?
What are some adverse effects of diazepam?
What are some adverse effects of diazepam?
How can overdose signs of diazepam be reversed?
How can overdose signs of diazepam be reversed?
What are some contraindications to diazepam use?
What are some contraindications to diazepam use?
What are some symptoms of diazepam dependence and withdrawal?
What are some symptoms of diazepam dependence and withdrawal?
What is emphasized in patient teaching guidelines regarding benzodiazepines?
What is emphasized in patient teaching guidelines regarding benzodiazepines?
What should patients avoid combining with benzodiazepines?
What should patients avoid combining with benzodiazepines?
What is recommended for the discontinuation of diazepam-related drugs?
What is recommended for the discontinuation of diazepam-related drugs?
What is important in assessing response to medication?
What is important in assessing response to medication?
What may be included in paradoxical responses to diazepam?
What may be included in paradoxical responses to diazepam?
What is the recommended duration of treatment for eszopiclone for chronic insomnia?
What is the recommended duration of treatment for eszopiclone for chronic insomnia?
When should nonbenzodiazepine hypnotics be taken?
When should nonbenzodiazepine hypnotics be taken?
What is the primary emphasis of patient teaching guidelines regarding sleeping pills?
What is the primary emphasis of patient teaching guidelines regarding sleeping pills?
What should patients avoid while taking sedative–hypnotic drugs?
What should patients avoid while taking sedative–hypnotic drugs?
What is the purpose of intermittent administration of sedative–hypnotic drugs?
What is the purpose of intermittent administration of sedative–hypnotic drugs?
Which nonbenzodiazepine hypnotic is the first oral drug approved for long-term use?
Which nonbenzodiazepine hypnotic is the first oral drug approved for long-term use?
What is the believed mechanism of action for valerian in treating anxiety and insomnia?
What is the believed mechanism of action for valerian in treating anxiety and insomnia?
What did a meta-analysis of 11 clinical trials find about the effectiveness of valerian in treating insomnia?
What did a meta-analysis of 11 clinical trials find about the effectiveness of valerian in treating insomnia?
Who should avoid taking valerian?
Who should avoid taking valerian?
What is a concern associated with long-term use of benzodiazepines?
What is a concern associated with long-term use of benzodiazepines?
Which drug class is associated with a Black Box Warning for combined use with opioid analgesics?
Which drug class is associated with a Black Box Warning for combined use with opioid analgesics?
What is the prototype benzodiazepine with a long half-life and wide clinical uses?
What is the prototype benzodiazepine with a long half-life and wide clinical uses?
Study Notes
Herbal and Pharmaceutical Treatments for Anxiety and Insomnia
- Valerian, a perennial plant, has been used for centuries to treat anxiety and insomnia
- Valerian is believed to work by increasing GABA, an inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain
- Meta-analysis of 11 clinical trials found no significant difference between valerian and placebo in treating insomnia
- Valerian was associated with a greater number of adverse events compared to placebo
- Adverse effects of valerian include blurred vision, cardiac disturbance, and risk of hepatotoxicity
- Valerian should not be taken by people with liver damage, pregnant or breastfeeding women, or concurrently with other sedatives
- Benzodiazepines are widely used for anxiety and insomnia, but research does not fully support their efficacy
- Benzodiazepines are Schedule IV drugs and may cause physiologic dependence
- The FDA has issued a Black Box Warning for the combined use of benzodiazepines and opioid analgesics
- Long-term use of benzodiazepines is associated with concerns over tolerance, dependency, and lack of efficacy for treating depression
- Diazepam (Valium) is the prototype benzodiazepine with a long half-life and wide clinical uses
- Diazepam enhances the inhibitory effect of GABA to relieve anxiety, tension, and nervousness, and to produce sleep
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Test your knowledge on herbal and pharmaceutical treatments for anxiety and insomnia with this quiz. Explore the use of valerian, benzodiazepines like diazepam (Valium), and their efficacy, adverse effects, and FDA warnings.
