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= __  ﻿ Quick Facts on Benzodiazepines __   =
 * One of the most widely prescribed drugs in the world
 * The first benzodiazepine developed was chlordiazepoxide
 * Barbituates were replaced by benzodiazepines in the 1970s
 * Benzodiazepine can be prescribed for: Insomnia, anxiety, panic disorder, agitation, seizures, intoxication, give a calming effect etc.
 * If you abrutly stop taking the drug it can cause severe withdrawl syndrome
 * Benzodiazepines can also be referred to as the "date rape drug" Rohypnol (Ruffies)
 * According to studies Rohypnol is 7-10 times stronger than valium
 * Used as tranquilizers-Benzodiazepines take people up to ten years to recover from
 * Benzodiazepines are governed by the provisions of the Controlled Substances Act

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