| Use of fast-acting, short half-life benzodiazepines such as alprazolam and lorazepam should be avoided. |
| Benzodiazepines, particularly short acting drugs such as lorazepam may be another good choice for the short-term management of agitation. |
| For agitation, benzodiazepines such as diazepam, lorazepam, or midazolam may be used. |
| There are several short half-live benzodiazepines available including oxazepam, lorazepam, temazepam, and triazolam. |
| The doctor is correct that long-term use of anti-anxiety drugs like alprazolam, diazepam or lorazepam can cause dependency. |
| Treatment is started with a benzodiazepine, preferably lorazepam because of its relative rapid onset of action and long half-life. |
