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benzodiazepinesZZZZZZZZ drugs
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Benzodiazepines temazepam diazepam nitrazepam
lorazepam loprazolam
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Effects Relieve tension worry anxiety Promote
calm and relaxation Induce sleep
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Side Effects Aggression hostility Excitement Anti
social behaviour Anxiety Insomnia Altered
perception
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Addictive Tolerance 3-14 d Abuse
alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome Insomnia
Anxiety Tremor Loss of appetite Confusion
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Sudden Withdrawal convulsions psychoses
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CSM advice short term relief (2-4 weeks) anxiety
only when severe, disabling or causing extreme
distress insomnia only when severe, disabling
or causing extreme distress short term mild
anxiety use is inappropriate and unsuitable
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