Addiction rates in the United States have continued to climb throughout the past decade and are at an all-time high. While many illicit drugs, such as cocaine and meth, contribute to this increase in addiction rates, prescription drugs also play a large part. Benzos are some of the most overprescribed and often abused drugs today—and…
Benzodiazepines, also known as benzos, are among the most commonly prescribed medications in the United States, with tens of millions of people taking these drugs. Benzodiazepines are widely used for treating anxiety, insomnia, seizures, muscle spasms, and alcohol withdrawal. It is also commonly used as a premedication for medical or dental procedures. Benzodiazepines have a…
Doctors often prescribe benzodiazepines or benzos for patients experiencing treatment-resistant anxiety or traumatic stress. Tens of millions of Americans take these drugs each year, so some people may think they are perfectly safe. However, benzos are highly habit-forming, and benzo addiction is a significant health concern. If you or a loved one has been looking…
Addiction to benzodiazepines, often called “benzos,” remains extremely common in the United States. Detox is an essential step in kicking the habit. Certain benzos, especially alprazolam (Xanax), come with an increased risk of seizures or other serious health consequences if a person attempts to reduce their regimen of use rapidly. Never go “cold turkey” off…