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 |
---|
28 tablet |
Pack |
---|
28 tablet |
Pack |
---|
28 tablet |
Pack |
---|
100 ml |
Black listed - not for supply on FP10 prescription
Pack |
---|
100 ml |
Pack |
---|
10 ampoule |
First line for acute agitation in secondary care
Pack |
---|
28 tablet |
Pack |
---|
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