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Buspirone (Buspar) vs Benzodiazepines Quiz

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Which of the following is a disadvantage of using buspirone compared to benzodiazepines?

Potentiation of CNS depression by alcohol

Slow onset of anxiolytic effects (correct)

Rebound effect on abrupt discontinuance

Hypnotic and muscle relaxant effects

What differentiates buspirone from benzodiazepines in terms of its effects on cognitive function?

Causes significant sedation and cognitive impairments

Causes minimal sedation but has abuse liability

Causes euphoria and cognitive impairments

Causes minimal sedation and cognitive impairments (correct)

What sets buspirone apart from benzodiazepines in terms of withdrawal effects?

Has high abuse liability leading to withdrawal symptoms

Potentiates the CNS depression of alcohol during withdrawal

Shows no rebound or withdrawal effect on abrupt discontinuance (correct)

Causes rebound effect on abrupt discontinuance

What is the study of the undesirable effects of chemical agents on living systems called?

Toxicology Signup and view all the answers

According to the principles of pharmacology, what determines drug action?

How the drug interacts with the body Signup and view all the answers

What is the therapeutic objective of drug therapy?

To provide the maximum benefit with minimum harm Signup and view all the answers

Which Greek word forms part of the origin of the word 'Pharmacology'?

Pharmakon Signup and view all the answers

What does medical pharmacology specifically study?

Drugs used for diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of disease Signup and view all the answers