Benzodiazepine - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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A benzodiazepine (pronounced /ˌbɛnzɵdaɪˈæzɨpiːn/ , sometimes abbreviated to " benzo ") is a psychoactive drug whose core chemical structure is the fusion of a benzene ring and a diazepine ri...
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Benzodiazepines are widely prescribed for a variety of conditions, particularly anxiety and insomnia. They are relatively safe and, with overdose, rarely result in death. However, used chronically, benzodiazepines can be addicting.
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Benzodiazepines are among the most commonly prescribed depressant medications in the United States today. ... Commonly prescribed benzodiazepines include Xanax© (alprazolam), Librium© (chlordiazepoxide), Valium© (diazepam), and Ativan© (lorazepam).3 Another benzodiazepine that has been the focus of a great deal of...
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In general, benzodiazepines act as hypnotics in high doses, anxiolytics in moderate doses, and sedatives in low doses. Of the drugs marketed in the United States that affect central nervous system function, benzodiazepines are among the most widely prescribed medications.
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In general, benzodiazepines act as hypnotics in high doses, anxiolytics in moderate doses, and sedatives in low doses. Of the drugs marketed in the United ...
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; ASHTON MANUAL INDEX PAGE; BENZODIAZEPINES: HOW THEY WORK; AND HOW TO WITHDRAW; (aka The Ashton Manual) ... • Chapter I: The benzodiazepines: what they do in the body; • Chapter II: How to withdraw from benzodiazepines after long-term use; • Chapter II: Slow withdrawal schedules; • Chapter III:
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More about Benzodiazepines: Purpose Recommended dosage Precautions Side effects Interactions Resources Benzodiazepines Definition Benzodiazepines are ... Benzodiazepines are a type of antianxiety drugs. While anxiety is a normal response to stressful situations, some people have unusually high levels of anxiety that...
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