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The following is true regarding benzodiazepines ?

A
It alters sleep pattern more than sedatives
B
All have pharmacologically active metabolites
C
Induces liver enzyme
D
If taken in higher doses it is less toxic than other sedatives
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. is 'd' i.e., If taken in higher doses it is less toxic than other sedatives o BZDs have a high therapeutic index. Ingestion of even 20 hypnotic doses does not usually endager life --> Benzodiazepines have flat dose response curves.

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