Drugs {benzodiazepine} {sleeping pill} can be sedatives and depressants [1930 to 1940]. Benzodiazepines include Valium, Mogadon, diazepam, Dalmane, and midazolam.
biology
Benzodiazepines link to GABA receptors to increase gamma-aminobutyric-acid (GABA) affinity for GABA neuroreceptors and enhance GABA-mediated synaptic potentials. Benzodiazepines can induce sleep by blocking reticular-activating-system activation.
dependence
Benzodiazepines are generally safe and effective, but prolonged use leads to dependence. Withdrawal causes anxiety, nightmares, and poor sleep for one week.
effects
Most mildly neurotic patients receive benzodiazepine tranquilizers. They reduce anxiety for several weeks but diminish in effectiveness over months. People often misuse them.
Drugs {imidazopyridine} can be like benzodiazepines but act on GABA-receptor parts.
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