A recently bereft lorry driver visits you in clinic complaining of insomnia. Which of the following has the longest half-life and would therefore be least suitable?
Exam Question Jul 2014
Exam Question Jul 2014
Benzodiazepines (half-life)
A working knowledge of the more common benzodiazepines and their half-life is required.
| Benzodiazepine | Half life (hours) |
|---|---|
| Diazepam | 20-100 |
| Clonazepam | 18-50 |
| Chlordiazepoxide | 5-30 |
| Nitrazepam | 15-38 |
| Temazepam | 8-22 |
| Lorazepam | 10-20 |
| Alprazolam | 10-15 |
| Oxzazepam | 6-10 |
| Zopiclone | 5-6 |
| Zolpidem | 2 |
| Zaleplon | 2 |
