After having a stroke, a 65-year-old man is receiving therapy. He arrived at the emergency room ten days ago with a sudden onset of left upper and lower extremities weakness. He has a history of hypothyroidism, hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, and gastroesophageal reflux disease. He doesn't use alcohol, cigarettes, or illegal substances. His pulse is 72 bpm and blood pressure is 140/90 mm Hg. His left upper and lower extremities are weakened and more toned. To lessen the spasticity in the affected extremities' muscles, you give this patient diazepam. This patient should primarily be cautioned to avoid which of the following drugs?

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Eductional Objective: First generation H1-histamine receptor antagonists, including diphenhydramine and chlorpheniramine, can cause significant sedation, especially when used with other medications that cause CNS depression (such as benzodiazepines).

After Having a Stroke, a 65-Year-Old Man Is Receiving Therapy