Question 1

what is the definition or description of: benzodiazepine?

Accepted Answer

ANXIOLYTIC: They are used for anxiety and other mental conditions.

Question 2

are benzodiazepines safe?

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Benzodiazepines: Used for short-term treatment of anxiety, muscle spasm, insomnia, agitation, sedation, they are safe, as long as closely monitored by your doctor.

Question 3

is cyclobenzaprine a benzodiazepine?

Accepted Answer

No: Cyclobenzaprine, also known as flexeril, (cyclobenzaprine hcl) is not a benzodiazepine.  It is more closely related to the tricyclic antidepressants, and is used for muscle spasms.

Question 4

can certain benzodiazepines treat pain?

Accepted Answer

Not directly: They can cut anxiety & relax muscles which may help indirectly.

Question 5

why was i given  benzodiazepine for tmj?

Accepted Answer

Stress reduction: Often one of the causes of TMJ is stress.   The benzodiazepine reduces your anxiety and stress and also helps you sleep better at night so that your joints can heal.

Question 6

can benzodiazepine treat hallucinations?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Benzo's are more likely to be associated with hallucinations, especially in overdoses or during drug withdrawal. Many report nightmares or vivid dreams while taking benzo's. Only one mention of benzo's used to treat auditory hallucinations in schizophrenic pt concluded effect resulted from muscle relaxing  & anxiolytic effects.

Question 7

how can i get prescribed benzodiazepines?

Accepted Answer

Anxiety, generally: Benzodiazepines are a class of medications known as anxiolytics meaning anti-anxiety.  Many who take benzos do so chronically for anxiety disorders that are long-standing.  Others take benzos as needed to sleep or when anxiety suddenly becomes overwhelming.  As for how to have this class of medication prescribed, I recommend an open conversation with your doctor.

Question 8

how to not get tolerance on benzodiazepines?

Accepted Answer

Benzo dependence: Avoid regular daily use to avoid dependence.

Question 9

do benzodiazepines have to be taken every day?

Accepted Answer

It depends: The frequency of the dosing of a benzodiazepine would depend upon the particular condition  and the severity of the condition being treated. However at least in the treatment of some types of anxiety, and with benzodiazepines used to treat intermittent insomnia benzodiazepines are frequently taken on an as needed basis.

Question 10

what would be too big a dose of benzodiazepines?

Accepted Answer

It depends: The dosages of benzodiazepines depend somewhat on the size of the person and whether or not they have a tolerance to the drug.  Also, there are some genetic differences between individuals that can affect how well you tolerate a benzo.  Unfortunately, we do not routinely do genetic testing for this.

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