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Benzodiazepines

What is it?

Benzodiazepines are depressants that produce sedation and hypnosis, relieve anxiety and muscle spasms, and reduce seizures. Prescribed as Valium®, Xanax®, Halicon®, Ativan®, Klonopin®

Street Names

Benzos, Downers

How is it used?

Orally or crushed and snorted.

Paraphernalia

How does it affect the body?

Euphoria
Vivid or disturbing dreams
Amnesia, hostility, irritability
Overdose may be fatal. Signs: extreme drowsiness, confusion, impaired coordination, decreased reflexes, respiratory depression, coma

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