This category is for medications used to treat anxiety (including panic), stress, agitation, and sometimes insomnia. The principal group of drugs used for this purpose are sedatives in the benzodiazepine group.
SSRIs also are prescribed for treatment of anxiety.
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Facts and figures on benzodiazepine overdose, toxicity, and antagonism. Article by Robin Mantooth, MD.
Support forum and information for those wishing to safely withdraw from this class of tranquilizers.
A personal story about Valium and the rebound effects upon discontinuation of benzodiadepines. Site also includes symptom lists and contact information.
A short article on the issues surrounding Valium and benzodiazepine use and addiction. Offers a FAQ section and new questions.
A personal story about Valium and the rebound effects upon discontinuation of benzodiadepines. Site also includes symptom lists and contact information.
Facts and figures on benzodiazepine overdose, toxicity, and antagonism. Article by Robin Mantooth, MD.
Support forum and information for those wishing to safely withdraw from this class of tranquilizers.
A short article on the issues surrounding Valium and benzodiazepine use and addiction. Offers a FAQ section and new questions.