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Actions of Benzodiazepines

Ben SCAM not by brain but by muscles

Ben  actions of benzodiazepines

S  sedation and hypnosis (used in insomnia)

C  anti-Convulsant (used in seizures)

A  anti-anxiety (used in panic disorders and Generalized anxiety
disorders)

 Also produces short term amnesia (used in premedication for

medical procedures)

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Pharmacology Mnemonics and Short Notes By Muhammad Ramzan Ul Rehman