does anyone else cope heavily with benzos? it's truly the only thing that makes me feel numb and that "ahhh" relief feeling so i can ldar peacefully
What's benzos?
Never tried them. One drug I wouldn't know where to get where I live apart from prescription.
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What are Benzodiazepines?
Benzodiazepines (also called “benzos”) are a class of agents that work in the central nervous system and are used for a variety of medical conditions.
They act on specific receptors in the brain, called gamma-aminobutyric acid-A (GABA-A) receptors. Benzodiazepines attach to these receptors and make the nerves in the brain less sensitive to stimulation, which has a calming effect.
What are benzodiazepines used for?
Benzodiazepines may be used to treat:
- alcohol withdrawal
- anxiety
- as a muscle relaxant
- panic disorder
- seizures
- sleep disorders
- to induce relaxation and cause amnesia prior to surgical operations.
All benzodiazepines work in a similar way but there are differences in the way individual benzodiazepines act on different GABA-A receptor sub-types. In addition, some benzodiazepines are more potent than others or work for a longer length of time. The table below summarizes the common benzodiazepines available in the U.S.
Common Benzodiazepines Available in the U.S.
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| Generic Name | Brand Name | Common Uses | Half-life* |
|---|---|---|---|
| * The half-life is the amount of time it takes for half of the drug to be eliminated from the body. The shorter the half-life, the quicker the drug is eliminated. All benzodiazepines are listed as DEA scheduled IV controlled substances. As controlled substances, all benzodiazepines have the potential for abuse, addiction and diversion. | |||
| alprazolam | Niravam, Xanax, Xanax XR | anxiety, panic disorders | 6-26h (short-acting) |
| chlordiazepoxide | Librax | anxiety, alcohol withdrawal | 30-100h (long-acting) |
| clobazam | Onfi | Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, adjunct (seizures) | 71-82h (long-acting) |
| clonazepam | Klonopin | seizure disorder, panic disorder, neuralgia (nerve pain) | 20-50h (long-acting) |
| clorazepate | Tranxene T-Tab | anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, partial seizures | 20-100h (long-acting) |
| diazepam | Valium | anxiety, sedation, alcohol withdrawal, muscle spasm, seizure disorders | 20-100h (long-acting) |
| estazolam | ProSom | insomnia (short-term use) | 10-24h (medium-acting) |
| flurazepam | Dalmane | insomnia (short-term use) | 40-100h (long-acting) |
| lorazepam | Ativan | anxiety, insomnia (short-term use), seizures, sedation | 10-20h (medium-acting) |
| midazolam | Versed | sedation, preoperative; general anesthesia induction; seizures | 2.5h (short-acting) |
| oxazepam | Serax | anxiety, alcohol withdrawal | 5-15h (short-acting) |
| temazepam | Restoril | insomnia (short-term use) | 10-20h (medium-acting) |
| triazolam | Halcion | insomnia (short-term use) | 2-5h (short-acting) |
Are benzodiazepines safe?
When prescribed by a doctor and used for short periods of time, such as the day of surgery or for less than two weeks to aid sleep, benzodiazepines are safe to take.
Problems start to arise when benzodiazepines are taken at higher dosages than recommended, or when they are taken for more than two to four weeks. Benzodiazepines are potentially addictive and the risk of becoming emotionally and physically dependent on them increases the more you take. In addition, tolerance can develop with their use. This is when the same dose no longer gives the same effect, and a dosage increase is needed to ease symptoms again.
Benzodiazepines should only be taken at the lowest dose for the shortest possible length of time.
What are the side effects of benzodiazepines?
Drowsiness, sleepiness, or dizziness are the most common side effects reported. This can make it dangerous for people taking benzodiazepines to drive or operate machinery or perform other hazardous tasks. Alcohol may potentiate these effects.
Other commonly reported side effects include:
- amnesia (forgetfulness)
- confusion
- constipation
- nausea
- sexual dysfunction
- unsteadiness when walking or standing
- unusually slow and shallow breathing
- vision problems (blurred or double vision).
Some people develop a paradoxical reaction to benzodiazepines – this is the opposite reaction to what you would expect. They may become agitated or very anxious, develop hallucinations, have difficulty sleeping or exhibit bizarre behavior such as taking off their clothes in public or taking unnecessary risks.
For more about benzodiazepines see Benzodiazepines: Overview and Use.
List of Benzodiazepines:
Alcohol Withdrawal
Anxiety
Benzodiazepine Withdrawal
Bipolar Disorder
Borderline Personality Disorder
Burning Mouth Syndrome
Cervical Dystonia
Chronic Myofascial Pain
Cluster-Tic Syndrome
Depression
Dysautonomia
Endoscopy or Radiology Premedication
@epillepsy
Hyperekplexia
ICU Agitation
Insomnia
Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome
Light Anesthesia
Light Sedation
Meniere's Disease
Migraine Prevention
Muscle Spasm
@nausea/Vomiting
@nausea/Vomiting, Chemotherapy Induced
Night Terrors
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Opiate Withdrawal
Panic Disorder
Periodic Limb Movement Disorder
Restless Legs Syndrome
Sedation
Seizure Prevention
Seizures
Sleep Paralysis
Status Epilepticus
Tardive Dyskinesia
Temporomandibular Joint Disorder
Tetanus
Tinnitus
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benzos good...
Drugs I see
if you snort ambien with it i find it brings a giggly and some euphoria
I've done them a couple times and found them really underwhelming. They are schedule 4 for a reason. Just don't take it everyday for a long time or you will go through a hellish withdrawal.
i have a constant in the 100's supply a month i don't take it everyday
They're not recreational.
They take away the bad feelings and help you land from other drugs.
i disagree. i find them recreational for that numbness and fucked up feeling. especially if you mix with other stuff
For me, if I'm not coming off a stim, I will fall asleep very quickly on benzos.
Sometimes I feel so anxious and so much dread that when I take a benzo and that feeling disappears, it's euphoric in a sense that I don't feel bad anymore, so I wouldn't say it's entirely not recreational, but it's not something I take for a good time in a party sense.
Even once a week can get you physically addicted but it will obviously take longer than everyday. Once a week for 3 years will get you screwed.
i don't really worry about that, i'll be dead by the time im an addict
time goes by fast if you take benzos everyday
I take other pills
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