3. Principal risks and risk-reduction measures
This learning module discusses noteworthy risks for benzodiazepines. Summaries of product characteristics and the BNF should be consulted for a fuller account of the adverse effects and warnings for individual benzodiazepines.
This learning module discusses the following risks of benzodiazepines:
- Sedation and other adverse CNS effects (including long-term effects and effects on driving)
- Respiratory adverse effects
- Cardiovascular adverse effects
- Memory impairment
- Paradoxical effects
- Dependence and withdrawal
- Overdose
- Important drug interactions
Precautions and risks associated with special use of benzodiazepines