Benzodiazepine. A pile of blue eggs Description automatically generated with medium confidence.
Indications. Enhance the effects of the inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA. It slows down or halt neuronal firing..
Warning signs. Do not combine Benzos with other sedatives, opiates, or alcohol due to the risk of sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death may occur..
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Side effects. Anterograde amnesia Ataxia Confusion Depression Drowsiness Dysarthria Headache Impairment of mental functions Increased reaction time Lightheadedness Weight gain Motor incoordination Sexual dysfunction.
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