Example sentences for: benzodiazepines

How can you use “benzodiazepines” in a sentence? Here are some example sentences to help you improve your vocabulary:

  • We performed a systematic retrospective analysis of the charts of all patients who received continuous or intermittent sedation by the administration of benzodiazepines intravenously within the last 48 hrs before death in the Palliative Care Unit (PCU) of GK Havelhöhe between 1995 and 2002.

  • Benzodiazepines (BDZs), which enhance the activity of the GABA receptor, also enhance the teratogenic effects of VA in humans [ 10 ] . Chlordiazepoxide, another BDZ, has been shown to produce NTDs in the hamster [ 11 ] .

  • Benzodiazepines may worsen short-term memory, particularly in the elderly, or cause confusion in patients with preexisting cognitive impairment.

  • When discontinuing benzodiazepines, taper them slowly to prevent rebound anxiety.

  • When it appears that pharmacological therapy will be beneficial, benzodiazepines are generally the medication class of choice [ 43 ] . Intermediate half-life agents (eg, lorazepam or clonazepam) are commonly used.


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