Signs of Benzo Addiction

Noticing a change in your loved one isn’t always alarming. If this continues over time, or the changes you notice are a bit more drastic, you might start to wonder about why. If you’re theorizing that potential substance use might be the cause or even misuse of a prescription they take, how can you know?…

How Long Do Benzodiazepines Stay in Your System

How Long Do Benzodiazepines Stay in Your System

Benzodiazepines are primarily prescribed to help those managing anxiety, sleep disorders, and seizures. Occasionally they might be used to help treat alcohol withdrawal as well. Over 43% of New Mexico adults reported symptoms of anxiety within the past year. Benzodiazepines, otherwise known as benzos, are sometimes used outside medical advice. Many times they’re taken in…

Benzo Withdrawals

Benzo Withdrawals

Benzodiazepines are a versatile medication that can help with a few different conditions. They’re  primarily used to assist those who are managing anxiety, sleep disorders, and seizure disorders, but they can also be used to assist people going through alcohol withdrawal and recovery. Unfortunately, they are known for their generally short half-life, which is how…

Benzo Side Effects

Benzo Side Effects

When people hear about benzodiazepines, they might not immediately recognize or understand the word. However, if you mention Xanax or Valium to someone, they have a higher chance of knowing what it is. These two are the same thing. Benzodiazepines are a category/type of medication and pharmaceuticals like Xanax are a form of benzodiazepines (otherwise…