benzodiazepine

Benzodiazepines are a class of sedative drugs including Xanax and Valium, and are prescribed to treat muscle spasms, seizures, insomnia, anxiety, disturbances, and alcohol withdrawal. A tolerance to benzodiazepines may develop over long-term use, and physical dependence can result. They are often abused in combination with alcohol and other drugs, which can lead to overdose and death.



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Benzodiazepines and the Elderly in the UK

In the United Kingdom, approximately 1.5 million people are addicted to benzodiazepines, a group of sedatives often prescribed for anxiety. Many of these addicts are elderly people who were prescribed the drugs decades ago and may still suffer debilitating side effects such as paranoia, lethargy, fatigue,...
March 25th, 2010 | Prescription Drug Addiction | Read More

Scientists Discover Cause of Addiction to Some Prescription Drugs

Scientists announced Wednesday that they have solved the mystery behind why people become addicted to a class of prescription drugs that includes some anti-depressants, muscle relaxants, and sleeping pills.
February 12th, 2010 | Addiction Treatment | Read More

Ativan & Lorazepam Addiction

Ativan is the brand name for Lorazepam, a benzodiazepine drug that is used in treating anxiety. It affects chemicals in the brain that are known to cause anxiety when they become unbalanced. In its pure form, this drug is an almost white powder that is almost insoluble in water and oil. It is generally...
May 19th, 2009 | Prescription Drug Addiction | Read More