Benzodiazepine Class of drugs DescriptionBenzodiazepines, sometimes called "benzos", are a class of psychoactive drugs whose core chemical structure is the fusion of a benzene ring and a diazepine ring. Wikipedia Uses: Anxiety, Epileptic seizure, Spasm People also search for: Alprazolam, Diazepam, Barbiturate,.
What is a benzodiazepine used for?
Benzodiazepines are a class of psychoactive drugs used to treat a range of conditions, including anxiety and insomnia. They are one of the most widely prescribed medications in the United States, particularly among older patients.
Benzodiazepines Commonly Prescribed for Anxiety Disorders Name Half-life (hours) Dosage range (per day)* Clonazepam (Klonopin) 50 0.5 to 4.0 mg Clorazepate (Tranxene) 60 15 to 60 mg Diazepam (Valium) 40 6 to 40 mg Lorazepam (Ativan) 14 1 to 6 mg