Tranquilizers(Benzos by

How do benzodiazepines work?

jawamer342_ — 2023-11-09 18:16:40 UTC

According to the Cleveland Clinic, "Benzodiazepines tell your brain to release a neurotransmitter, gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA). This neurotransmitter has a specific job: It makes your nervous system less active." This is what would cause the "high."

Benzodiazepines: What They Are, Uses, Side Effects & Risks (clevelandclinic.org )

Signs and Effects of Overdose

liamgiawatts — 2023-11-09 18:18:15 UTC

If you are experiencing extreme drowsiness, confusion, impaired coordination, decreased reflexes and respiratory depressions while taking Benzodiazepines you may be experiencing an overdose.

Overdosing on Benzodiazepines can be very dangerous and may cause coma and death.

https://www.dea.gov/factsheets/benzodiazepines#:~:text=What%20are%20Benzodiazepines%3F,Ativan%C2%AE%2C%20and%20Klonopin%C2%AE.

Treatment for use disorder

jawamer342_ — 2023-11-09 18:28:06 UTC

Weaning the person of benzos over time seems to be the best treatment. According to the National Library of Medicine, "The current treatment of choice is to switch the current short-acting BZD for a long-acting alternative then gradually taper the dose to wean the individual off BZD completely. Clonazepam has been used in the outpatient setting as a medication for taping the use of BZD."

Benzodiazepines: Uses, Dangers, and Clinical Considerations - PMC (nih.gov )

Withdrawal Symptoms

liamgiawatts — 2023-11-09 18:30:04 UTC

Tranquilizers aren't meant for long term use as they have a high risk of causing the brain to become physically and psychologically dependent on them.

Physical symptoms include nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, sweating, muscle pain, headaches and heart palpitations. More serious symptoms such as seizures and tremors are possible as well.

Psychological symptoms include anxiety, panic attacks and disrupted sleep patterns.