Question 1: Describe the mechanism of action of lorazepam/Ativan.
Question 2: Describe the pharmacokinetics of lorazepam/Ativan.
Question 3: Phil asks, "Is Ativan addicting?" How would you respond?
Question 4: What is the antidote for lorazepam/Ativan? Explain the mechanism of action of this drug. Phil continued to have seizures and was started on phenobarbital, a barbiturate.
Question 5: Describe the mechanism of action of Barbiturates.
Question 6: Describe the triad of symptoms associated with acute barbiturate toxicity.
Question 7: Describe the adverse effects of barbiturate use.