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Benzodiazepine drugs (benzos or benzies) have sedating, hypnotic, anti-anxiety, anticonvulsant, and muscle-relaxant properties. They are prescribed primarily for the treatment of anxiety disorders, alcohol abuse withdrawal symptoms, seizures, and insomnia. While short-term benzo use, closely monitored by a medical professional, is generally safe and effective, long-term use can lead to tolerance, dependence and other adverse effects.1 In such cases, benzo addiction treatment centers TX are the best option for recovery.
At The Right Step, we offer specialized benzo addiction treatment for clients struggling with benzo and other substance use issues. Our medical and psychiatric team can help ease the physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms that can accompany benzodiazepine dependence. We’ll provide you with a thorough biopsychosocial assessment upon admission. You’ll receive individualized care and a personalized treatment plan delivered by a compassionate, highly skilled treatment team. This starts with 24/7 supervised drug abuse detox in which benzos are gradually eliminated from your body. Comprehensive inpatient benzodiazepine abuse rehab or intensive outpatient programs help you acquire recovery skills for long-term abstinence.
Chlordiazepoxide (brand name Librium), the first benzodiazepine ever developed, gained FDA approval in 1960, five years after its discovery. Since then, many other benzodiazepines have been developed, including three of the most frequently prescribed and abused: Valium (diazepam), Ativan (lorazepam) and Xanax (alprazolam).1 Additional benzos available in the U.S. include:
Benzodiazepine-related problems include diversion (illicit selling of drugs or giving them to people whose use they were not intended for), benzo abuse, dependency, driving impairment and overdose/withdrawal-related morbidity and mortality. In older patients, benzo use has been linked to cognitive decline, dementia and falls. Some benzos, most notably alprazolam (Xanax), appear to have greater potential for abuse, resulting in more dangerous overdoses. It is believed these addictive qualities are tied to the perception of intoxication, potency relative to formulation (strength of the drug), risk of withdrawal and a shorter half-life. Half-life is the amount of time needed for the concentration of the drug in the bloodstream to be reduced by one-half.3
Relapse prevention programs in Texas is bolstered by people’s willingness to change as well as management of co-occurring mental health disorders and acquisition of healthy coping skills. Other factors that bode well for successful withdrawal and abstinence include:
If you or a loved one is struggling with benzo abuse, call our caring recovery advisors for a free, confidential consultation. 17135283709
Written by The Right Step Editorial Staff
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