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What are Benzodiazepines?

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Updated April 30, 2010

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Definition:

Benzodiazepines are a class of medications that are used to treat anxiety disorders such as panic, social phobia, and generalized anxiety disorder. These medications may also be prescribed for other disorders that involve anxious feelings (such as adjustment disorder with anxious mood).

Commonly prescribed benzodiazepines include:

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