Of the class azaspirones, unrelated to benzodiazepines but indicated in the short term management of generalised anxiety disorder.
It does not cause sedation or cognitive impairment, probably has low risk of dependence and withdrawal problems (1).
It is not a hypnotic and only affects sleep as underlying anxiety comes under control. It may have antidepressant activity. It does not potentiate the sedative effects of alcohol.
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