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Benzodiazepines in Veterinary Medicine

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Which benzodiazepine is known for its poor solubility in water?

Zolazepam

Diazepam (correct)

Flumazenil

Midazolam

Which benzodiazepine is commonly used with ketamine to reduce central excitatory effects?

Midazolam (correct)

Flumazenil

Zolazepam

Valium

Why are diazepam and midazolam sometimes used to stimulate appetite in cats?

To reduce sedative effects

To enhance muscle relaxation

To counteract anorexia (correct)

To improve liver function

Which benzodiazepine is known for its superior affinity for the receptor and greater potency?

Midazolam Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason why benzodiazepines like diazepam and midazolam are not ideal for preventing motion sickness?

They have little effect on CRTZ Signup and view all the answers

In what situation can a benzodiazepine overdose be reversed using flumazenil?

When overdose happens Signup and view all the answers

How do benzodiazepines produce their calming effect in veterinary medicine?

By enhancing the activity of the inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA Signup and view all the answers

What is the mechanism of action of benzodiazepines on the GABAA receptor?

Enhancing the binding of GABA to its receptor Signup and view all the answers

Why are benzodiazepines considered effective anticonvulsants?

They make neurons less likely to depolarize when stimulated Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes benzodiazepines from phenothiazines in terms of tranquilizing effects?

Benzodiazepines have minimal cardiovascular effects Signup and view all the answers

Which neurotransmitter is enhanced by benzodiazepines to produce a calming effect?

GABA Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consequence of benzodiazepines on neuron activity when stimulated?

Decreased likelihood of depolarization Signup and view all the answers