Which of the following medications is classified as a Benzodiazepine?

The medication classified as a Benzodiazepine is Restoril (temazepam). Benzodiazepines are a class of medications known for their sedative, anxiolytic, and muscle-relaxant properties, primarily acting on the central nervous system. They work by enhancing the effect of the neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) at the GABA-A receptor, leading to increased inhibitory action in the brain.

Temazepam is specifically used to treat insomnia and is recognized for its shorter half-life compared to other benzodiazepines, making it effective for helping individuals fall asleep while minimizing residual effects the following day.

In contrast, the other medications listed are not classified as Benzodiazepines. Buspar (buspirone) is an anxiolytic but belongs to a different class and does not have the same sedative effects. Ambien (zolpidem) and Lunesta (eszopiclone) are classified as non-benzodiazepine sedative-hypnotics, often referred to as "Z-drugs." Though they also aid in sleep, their mechanism of action differs from that of benzodiazepines, focusing on specific subtypes of the GABA receptor. Thus, Rest