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Benzodiazepines are widely prescribed in the United States.2 In fact, Xanax (alprazolam), Klonopin (clonazepam), Valium (diazepam), and Ativan (lorazepam)—all benzodiazepines—are among the top 100 most commonly prescribed medications.2 While considered to be effective, benzodiazepines carry some notable side effects, including the development of tolerance and dependence, which can occur even when benzodiazepines are taken at […]

Benzodiazepines can be misused even by individuals with a legitimate prescription in various ways, including:1,3 Taking a higher dose of benzodiazepines than was prescribed. Taking them for a longer period by purchasing them on the street after a prescription runs out. Taking them in a manner other than was intended, such as crushing the pills […]

What are Benzodiazepines? Benzos are a group of widely prescribed sedative medications often used to treat panic, anxiety, muscle spasms, and seizures, as well as for alcohol withdrawal management.2,3 According to the 2021 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, more than 25 million people aged 12 and older used prescription benzodiazepines in the last […]