Patients

Benzodiazepines and Other Drugs Benzodiazepines and Z-drugs act as central nervous system (CNS) depressants. Several other drugs (e.g., carisoprodol (Soma®), alcohol, opioids, tricyclic antidepressants) are… Read More »Benzodiazepines and Other Drugs

How do Benzodiazepines and Z-Drugs Work? Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is the major inhibitory neurochemical of the central nervous system and acts by binding to a… Read More »How do Benzodiazepines and Z-Drugs Work?

Z-Drugs Which Drugs are “Z-drugs” or “Nonbenzodiazepines”? The Z-drugs are typically prescribed for insomnia. In addition to carrying the same risks of physiological dependence and… Read More »Z-Drugs

What Are Benzodiazepines and Z-drugs? Benzodiazepines, also known as BZs or benzos, are commonly prescribed for anxiety, insomnia, muscle tension and a variety of other… Read More »What Are Benzodiazepines and Z-drugs?

A Word About Recovery – by Steven Wright, MD Many people – perhaps yourself or a loved one – have had terrible experiences with benzodiazepines… Read More »A Word About Recovery – by Steven Wright, MD

Benzodiazepine Withdrawal Support Groups This peer support document from the Colorado Consortium’s Benzodiazepine Action work group provides education and support to the individual experiencing physical… Read More »Benzodiazepine Withdrawal Support Groups

Treatment Centers for Benzodiazepines (“Rehab”) Unlike most other drugs, benzodiazepine withdrawal requires a customized plan for each patient. The unfortunate truth is that most addiction… Read More »Treatment Centers for Benzodiazepines (“Rehab”)

Benzo-wise Practitioners: Speaking with your Medical Provider Speaking With Your Medical Provider Unfortunately, when presented with the highly variable symptoms of benzodiazepine withdrawal syndrome, many… Read More »Benzo-wise Practitioners: Speaking with your Medical Provider