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Facts and figures on benzodiazepine overdose, toxicity, and antagonism. Article by Robin Mantooth, MD.
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Overview: Benzodiazepines (BZDs) are sedative-hypnotic agents that were first introduced in 1960. BZDs commonly are used for a variety of situations that include seizure control, anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, insomnia, control of drug-associated agitation, as muscle relaxants, and ...
Toxicity, Benzodiazepine Author: Robin Mantooth, MD, FACEP, Consulting Staff, Department of Emergency Medicine, Integris Southwest Medical Center
Benzodiazepines (BZDs) are sedative-hypnotic agents that were first introduced in 1960. BZDs commonly are used for a variety of situations that include
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A personal story about Valium and the rebound effects upon discontinuation of benzodiadepines. Site also includes symptom lists and contact information.
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Warning, Benzodiazepines Can Be Very Dangerous!
Benzodiazepine Withdrawal Syndrome
Valium by several Psychiatrists over a period of 5 1/2 years, beginning in September,
1982. In early 1988 I decided I wanted to stop taking the Valium.
I had very few symptoms of withdrawal within the first two weeks after
stopping the drug. But on the 13th day
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A short article on the issues surrounding Valium and benzodiazepine use and addiction. Offers a FAQ section and new questions.
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Is Valium a real addiction?
I was disappointed in your web site. I combed through
it but not a word on the most harmful and troublesome drugs, benzodiazepines.
It is well known that benzo withdrawal is as bad as heroin but more prolonged
in about 40% of long term users. It is far worse than
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A collection of articles and forums on anti-anxiety medications, arranged by drug name. Includes the year that specific brand names were approved by the US FDA, a glossary, and directory.
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A community for people who suffer from anxiety and panic disorders
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The information on these pages cannot be relied on to make diagnoses or prescribe treatment, and it not to be seen as
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Support forum and information for those wishing to safely withdraw from this class of tranquilizers.
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This WAS a self-help discussion forum devoted to the support of those going through Benzodiazepine dependency withdrawal and their caregivers.
THIS BOARD IS NO LONGER ACTIVE.
THE COMMUNITY HAS MOVED TO A NEW LOCATION.
Please visit the new site from time to time to see when it will open and start
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