Clorazepate Quiz

Q1: What is Clorazepate FDA-approved to treat?

a) Major depressive disorder

b) Anxiety disorder

c) Schizophrenia

d) Bipolar disorder

Q2: What is the maximum daily dose of Clorazepate for anxiety?

a) 45 mg/day

b) 60 mg/day

c) 75 mg/day

d) 90 mg/day

Q3: Clorazepate is a prodrug metabolized into which active compound?

a) Lorazepam

b) Oxazepam

c) Desmethyldiazepam

d) Temazepam

Q4: What is a common side effect of Clorazepate?

a) Hypertension

b) Drowsiness

c) Insomnia

d) Increased appetite

Q5: What is the recommended initial dose of Clorazepate for acute alcohol withdrawal?

a) 10 mg

b) 15 mg

c) 30 mg

d) 45 mg

Q6: Which of the following is a life-threatening side effect of Clorazepate?

a) Dry mouth

b) Constipation

c) Respiratory depression

d) Rash

Q7: What is the half-life of Clorazepate’s active metabolite?

a) 10-20 hours

b) 20-40 hours

c) 40-50 hours

d) 60-70 hours

Q8: Which organ’s impairment requires cautious dosing of Clorazepate?

a) Heart

b) Lungs

c) Liver

d) Kidneys

Q9: What is the typical duration of action for Clorazepate?

a) Short-acting

b) Intermediate-acting

c) Long-acting

d) Ultra-long-acting

Q10: Clorazepate is classified under which schedule of controlled substances in the United States?

A) Schedule II

B) Schedule III

C) Schedule IV

D) Schedule V

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