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Benzodiazepine dependence could be prevented by adherence to recommendations for
short-term prescribing (2–4 weeks only when possible). Withdrawal of benzodiazepines …

Benzodiazepine dependence is a frequent complication of regular prescriptions for 4 weeks
or longer, occurring in almost one-third of patients. Although it is also manifested by …

Purpose. The use of benzodiazepines remains a source of controversy. Some prescribers
believe that they are beneficial and espouse their use; others regard their risk: benefit ratio …

The benzodiazepines (BZDs) are anxiolytics, hypnotics, anticonvulsants, muscle‐relaxants
and induce anaesthesia. Adverse effects comprise sedation subjectively and cognitive and …

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Withdrawal of benzodiazepines is currently advised for long‐term benzodiazepine users
because of doubts about continued efficacy, risks of adverse effects, including dependence …

Aims To re‐examine various aspects of the benzodiazepines (BZDs), widely prescribed for
50 years, mainly to treat anxiety and insomnia. It is a descriptive review based on the Okey …

The main actions of benzodiazepines (hypnotic, anxiolytic, anticonvulsant, myorelaxant and
amnesic) confer a therapeutic value in a wide range of conditions. Rational use requires …

Background The long-term use of benzodiazepines is highly prevalent in developed
societies and is not devoid of risks. Withdrawing patients from these drugs is often difficult …