Which of the following drugs is a competitive antagonist at the benzodiazepine binding site and is used to reverse benzodiazepine overdose?
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Correct answer: Flumazenil
Flumazenil specifically binds to the benzodiazepine site on the GABA-A receptor to block the effects of benzodiazepines and Z-drugs. It is used clinically for the reversal of conscious sedation or in cases of suspected benzodiazepine toxicity.
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