4.1.2 Anxiolytics
Benzodiazepines should only be prescribed for short term use (2-4 weeks) and for anxiety which is severe disabling or causing unacceptable distress.
NICE CG113 - Generalised anxiety disorder and panic disorder
Preferred for benzodiazepine withdrawal
| Pack |
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| 28 tablet |
| Pack |
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| 28 tablet |
| Pack |
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| 28 tablet |
| Pack |
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| 100 ml |
Black listed - not for supply on FP10 prescription
| Pack |
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| 100 ml |
| Pack |
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| 10 ampoule |
First line for acute agitation in secondary care
| Pack |
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| 28 tablet |
| Pack |
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| 10 ampoule |
- First Line Drugs
- Second Line Drugs
- Specialist Initiated or Recommended Drugs
- Specialist Initiated Drugs with Shared Care Guidelines
- Specialist Only Drugs
- Mixed Status