Benzodiazepine Addiction
Benzodiazepine Abuse & Addiction Help
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Benzodiazepine is a prescription drug used by medical doctors in treating anxiety, panic attacks or moderate to severe stress. Benzodiazepines are viewed as central nervous system depressants that tranquilize both the movement of the body and functioning of the brain.
Benzodiazepine addiction generally occurs when a patient exceeds the doctor recommended dosage in an attempt to experience pleasure. Some of the most common symptoms that are associated with benzodiazepine addiction include but are not limited to:
- Drowsiness
- Loss of concentration
- Loss of motor skills
- Slurred speech
- Muscle cramps
- Diarrhea
- Loss of appetite
- Lack of coordination
Some of the popular names in the benzodiazepine family are Valium, Xanax, Halcyon and Librium. These are prescription drugs that have a doctor recommended dosage and if a person chooses to exceed this dosage it can lead to a very powerful benzodiazepine addiction.
Benzodiazepine Detox
If a person develops a benzodiazepine addiction it can be extremely difficult to stop taking the drug. And since any abrupt discontinuation of the medication can lead to unpleasant withdrawal symptoms or even death, it is extremely important to seek the help of a benzodiazepine detox professional to properly rid your body of the drug.
Benzodiazepine detox can last from ten to twelve days and during that time period patients will be given medication to manage withdrawal symptoms. Patients will also learn new and effective ways of coping with their benzodiazepine addiction.
If you are suffering from benzodiazepine addiction, please call 1-866-99-DETOX (1-866-993-3869) to locate treatment programs in your area. Addiction treatment professionals are available 24/7, and all calls are confidential.
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