Name: Flumazenil (Romazicon)
Class: Benzodiazepine Antagonist
Mechanism: Competitive antagonist for BZD receptor ® antagonism of BZD CNS effects, including respiration depression.
Absorption: IV
Dist.: CNS
Metabolism.:
Excretion, t½: Duration of action 1-4 hr. \ repeated admin. often required.
Toxicity/S.E.s: Can precipitate severe abstinence synd. in BZD-dependent patients.
Utility: Treat CNS depressant effects of BZD overdose.
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