Pharmacology · single question
A drug that causes amnesia and belongs to the diazepam family is used preoperatively. This represents which class of drug?
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Correct answer: A. Benzodiazepine
- A. Correct. Benzodiazepines (diazepam family, e.g., midazolam, triazolam) are known for their amnestic properties. Midazolam specifically is used preoperatively for anxiolysis and anterograde amnesia.
- B. Opioids cause sedation and analgesia but are not classified with diazepam.
- C. SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) are antidepressants; they do not typically cause amnesia and are not in the diazepam family.
- D. Anticholinergics can cause confusion and memory issues but are not in the diazepam family.