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Which of the following statements regarding the mechanism of action of benzodiazepines is INCORRECT?

P SRAVAN KUMAR · Accepted Answer

## CORE INFORMATION
✓ **Answer**: C
## CONCEPT FRAMEWORK
 **Primary Concept**: Mechanism of action of benzodiazepines
 **Related Topics**: GABAergic neurotransmission, GABA$_A$ receptor, chloride channels, dopamine neurotransmission, competitive antagonism
 **Prerequisites**: Basic understanding of neurotransmission and receptor pharmacology.
## SOLUTION PATHWAY
**Given Information**:
  Four statements regarding the mechanism of action of benzodiazepines.
  The task is to identify the incorrect statement.
**Method & Steps**:
 1. Analyze each statement individually to determine its accuracy.
  Reasoning: Evaluate each statement against the known mechanism of action of benzodiazepines.
  Formula/Rule: N/A
 2. Identify the statement that is inconsistent with the established mechanism of action.
  Working:  Benzodiazepines are allosteric modulators of the GABA$_A$ receptor. They bind to a specific site on the receptor, increasing the frequency of chloride channel opening, thereby enhancing the inhibitory effect of GABA. This effect is reversed by flumazenil, a competitive antagonist.  They do *not* act as dopamine agonists.
  Key Point:  Understanding the difference between allosteric modulation and direct agonism is crucial.
 3. Select the incorrect statement as the answer.
  Result: Statement C is incorrect.
  Verification:  The other statements accurately describe aspects of benzodiazepine mechanism of action. 
 ## OPTION ANALYSIS
A ✓: Correct. Benzodiazepines enhance GABA's effect by increasing the frequency of chloride channel opening.
B ✓: Correct. Benzodiazepines bind to a specific site on the GABA$_A$ receptor.
C :x: Incorrect. Benzodiazepines do not act as dopamine agonists. They primarily affect GABAergic neurotransmission.
D ✓: Correct. Flumazenil, a competitive antagonist, can reverse the effects of benzodiazepines.
 ## LEARNING AIDS
 **Common Mistakes**:
  1.Confusing benzodiazepines' mechanism with other drug classes (e.g., dopamine agonists):  Focus on the GABA$_A$ receptor and chloride channel modulation.
  2.Misunderstanding allosteric modulation: Recognize that benzodiazepines don't directly activate the receptor but enhance the effect of the endogenous ligand (GABA).
 **Quick Tips**:
  1.Remember the key players: GABA, GABA$_A$ receptor, chloride channels, and flumazenil.
  2.Visualize the benzodiazepine binding to the GABA$_A$ receptor, increasing chloride influx and hyperpolarization.

P SRAVAN KUMAR · Answer

They enhance the effect of GABA by increasing the frequency of chloride channel opening.

P SRAVAN KUMAR · Answer

They bind to a specific site on the GABA$_A$ receptor complex.

P SRAVAN KUMAR · Answer

The correct Option is "They act as dopamine agonists, enhancing dopaminergic neurotransmission."

P SRAVAN KUMAR · Answer

Their effects can be reversed by flumazenil, a competitive antagonist.

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