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Benzo Addiction Rehab in Ohio
Benzodiazepines
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Benzodiazepine AddictionTreatment in Cincinnati.
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.
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What are Benzos?
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).
