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Benzodiazepines

Summary

Benzodiazepines are a group of drugs called minor tranquillisers, often known as 'benzos'. These drugs are prescribed by a doctor to help people with anxiety or sleep problems.


Information in this fact sheet is about the minor tranquilisers, benzodiazepines, including: how are benzodiazepines used, effects of the drug, mixing with other drugs, tolerance and dependence, withdrawal, overdose, pregnancy, the law and driving.

File link: Benzodiazepines
File size: 327Kb
Type: Factsheet
Date of Publication: 01 June 2011
Author Branch: Drug & Alcohol Office
SHPN: 110107

Benzodiazepines

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