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Cedar Oaks Wellness Center has helped countless clients who have developed addictions to prescription drugs, including benzodiazepines. Though many people are initially prescribed the drug to treat their seizures, relieve anxiety, and help them sleep through the night, long-term use of benzodiazepines increases the risk of people developing a tolerance and dependence on the drug, and before you know it, you have an addiction. Abusing this drug can cause serious negative symptoms and can even be life-threatening.
What Are Benzos?
Benzodiazepines, also known as “benzos,” are some of the most commonly prescribed medications in the United States and have been prescribed for more than 50 years. According to studies, the number of adults who filled benzodiazepine prescriptions increased by 67% between 1996 and 2013.
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What Are Benzodiazepines?
Frequently referred to as sedatives or tranquilizers, their purpose is to slow down activity in the central nervous system to produce calming effects.
Doctors typically prescribe benzodiazepines to treat the following medical conditions:
- Muscle relaxation
- Before anesthetics, such as before surgery
- Anxiety
- Alcohol withdrawal
- Seizure control
- Insomnia
Though more than 2,000 benzodiazepines have been produced over the years, around 15 are currently approved in the United States by the FDA. The most common benzodiazepines include alprazolam (under the brand name Xanax), diazepam (Valium), clonazepam (Klonopin), lorazepam (Ativan), and temazepam (Restoril).
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Negative Effects of Benzodiazepine Addiction
Partly because of their availability and the pleasurable feelings that come from use, benzodiazepines are widely abused. They can also alter the brain’s chemistry – according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, benzos shift the chemical signals that are used to communicate pleasure. Benzos give people positive feelings associated with joy and rewards, but over time, brain cells have a harder time functioning optimally without the drug.
When people develop an addiction to benzodiazepines, they can suffer negative behavioral, psychological, and physical effects. Some of these symptoms of addiction include:
- Drowsiness
- Mood changes
- Poor judgment
- Blurred vision
- Weakness
- Increase combining with other drugs or alcohol
- Risk-taking behaviors, including driving while under the influence
People with benzodiazepine addictions are also more likely to indulge in what is known as “doctor shopping.” This term refers to clients who visit various doctors with the intent of obtaining prescriptions to the drug they’re addicted to, without the doctors’ knowledge of the other prescriptions.
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Risks of Benzo Overdose
Studies also show that there is a strong possibility of overdosing on benzos, especially because people with benzodiazepine addictions often abuse the drug with other drugs or alcohol. In 2015 alone, there were nearly 9,000 overdose deaths involving benzos, which is four times the number recorded in 2002. People struggling with addiction are at a higher risk of overdose because they may be tempted to take more of the drug to achieve the same relaxed feelings they had before developing a tolerance.
It’s important to know the signs of overdose so you can seek help for yourself or a loved one immediately. These symptoms can include:
- Extreme drowsiness
- Complete loss of coordination
- Pale skin or blue lips and nails
- Severely altered mental status
- Muscle weakness or pain
- Difficulty breathing or stopped breathing
- Nausea and vomiting
- Loss of consciousness
Benzodiazepine abuse is often intertwined with opioid abuse and addiction. In 2010, 30% of opioid overdose deaths also involved benzodiazepines. People often mix these drugs together because it intensifies the high they can experience, but it also increases the risk of respiratory depression, which means it can slow or stop a person’s breathing.
Cedar Oaks Wellness Center offers a program that specifically treats clients with benzo addictions, including Xanax addictions. We’re more than happy to walk you through the recovery process when you’re ready to start your wellness journey.
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FAQ: Benzodiazepine Addiction Treatment Near Cincinnati, Ohio
What is benzodiazepine addiction treatment?
Treatment includes supervised detox, therapy, and relapse prevention strategies to safely recover from benzodiazepine dependence.
What benzos are commonly misused?
Xanax, Valium, and Klonopin are among the most frequently misused benzodiazepines.
Is benzo withdrawal dangerous?
Yes. Benzo withdrawal can be life-threatening, which is why medical detox is critical for safety.
Where can I find benzodiazepine treatment near Cincinnati, Ohio?
Cedar Oaks Wellness provides benzo treatment for clients from Oregonia, Lebanon, Mason, Beavercreek, Dayton, and Cincinnati.
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