Question 161 · LEK · Sleep-wake disorders
Which of the following is not used in the treatment of insomnia in a depressive patient with respiratory insufficiency and obstructive sleep pnoea?
- A. mianserin.
- B. mirtazapine.
- C. trazodone.
- D. estazolam.
- E. hydroxyzine.
Hint
Avoid a hypnotic that depresses respiratory drive and relaxes upper airway muscles.
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