Which of the following agents has a rapid anxiolytic effect and would be best for the acute management of anxiety?
A. Buspirone.
B. Venlafaxine.
C. Lorazepam.
D. Escitalopram.
E. Duloxetine.
MEDICAL KNOWLEDGE
A. Buspirone.
B. Venlafaxine.
C. Lorazepam.
D. Escitalopram.
E. Duloxetine.
THE CORRECT ANSWER – C : LORAZEPAM
EXPLANATION : The benzodiazepines have same-dose, first-dose efficacy for anxiety, whereas other agents require 2 to 8 weeks for clinically significant improvement in anxiety.