Treatment Of Benzodiazepine Addiction
Benzodiazepine addiction treatment programs can help you achieve long-term recovery.
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Treatment Of Benzodiazepine Addiction
In the 60s of the last century, benzodiazepines were introduced – drugs that were considered a breakthrough in the treatment of many patients. Over time, it turned out that benzodiazepines cause many side effects. Especially among people who develop tolerance to their effects. Many patients have complained of mental and physical ailments while on benzos, and even more so when trying to stop them. It turns out that everyone reacts differently to the use of benzodiazepines and they can be helpful in some cases, but used for a short period of time. Their long-term use is associated with the development of strong psychophysical dependence and is very dangerous for health and life.
What are benzodiazepines?
Benzodiazepines are a class of psychoactive drugs, often referred to as “benzos”, that depress the central nervous system. This specific class of drugs attach to gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) receptors in the brain. GABA is known as a neurotransmitter that inhibits overactive nerves in the brain and central nervous system of the body. This has a calming effect.
Doctors often prescribe benzodiazepines to treat anxiety and insomnia because of their relaxing and hypnotic effects. They are also commonly used as relaxants and anticonvulsants. Benzodiazepines are also used to alleviate the symptoms of alcohol withdrawal syndrome and as an aid in the treatment of some types of epilepsy.
It should be noted that all benzodiazepines belong to the same class of drugs, but not all of them work in the same way. They differ in time, speed and different range of action, which results from the pharmacokinetics and bioavailability of individual preparations. Therefore, one drug will be used to relieve anxiety and another to treat sleep disorders.
Which drugs are benzodiazepines?
We can distinguish different types of benzodiazepines:
- Diazepam (Valium, Relanium)
- Alprazolam (Xanax, Afobam, Alprox, Alpragen)
- Clonazepam (Klonazepam, Klonopin)
- Bromazepam (Lexotan, Brozam, Lexomil, Calmepam, Zepam)
- Nitrazepam (Nomefren, Mogadon)
- Oksazepam (Oxazepam, Serax, Alepam)
- Lorazepam (Lorafen, Ativan)
- Midazolam (Dormicum, Hypnovel, Versed)
- Temazepam (Signopam, Restoril)
- Chlordiazepoxide (Elenium, Librium)
- Triazolam (Halcion)
- Estazolam (Estazolam TFZ, Espefa)
- Tazolam (Prosom)
- Flurazepam (Dalmane, Rohypnol)
- Z-drugs: zolpidem (Nasen, Stilnox, Zolpic, Ambien), zaleplon (Morfeo, Sonata), zopiklon (Dobroson, Imovane)
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The benzodiazepine antagonist that reverses their side effects is Flumazenil.
What are the side effects of benzodiazepines?
Most of the side effects of benzodiazepines are related to their sedative and hypnotic effects. Each type of benzo will have different side effects and work differently for each individual.
The most common side effects of benzodiazepine use are
- Mumble
- Somnolence
- Confusion
- Dizziness
- Balance disorders
- Double vision
- Delayed reaction
- Emotional dullness
Side effects such as
- Lowering blood pressure
- Excitement
- Aggression
- Depression
- Headaches
- Thoughts of suicide
- Nightmares
It happens that benzodiazepines imitate the symptoms they are supposed to treat, which is associated with their paradoxical effect (paradoxical reactions to benzodiazepines). An example of such a reaction is the use of benzodiazepines by the patient to treat anxiety and paradoxically exacerbate them under the influence of medication.
In addition to the above side effects, benzodiazepines cause many side effects by interacting with other drugs (mainly antidepressants and opioids) or alcohol.
What is benzodiazepine addiction?
Since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic, there has been an increase of up to 40% in people addicted to benzodiazepines
Benzodiazepines are commonly used in the treatment of anxiety, depression, insomnia and alcohol dependence. They are very often irresponsibly prescribed by general practitioners as sweets, happiness pills. Incompetently selected treatment with benzodiazepines can turn out to be a disaster. We are currently seeing an epidemic of people addicted to benzodiazepines as well as to other highly addictive drugs such as opioids.
The safe use of benzodiazepines should not exceed a short duration of use, which is 2 to a maximum of 4 weeks. Taking the preparations for a period longer than 5 weeks is potentially associated with the development of psychophysical dependence and changes in the structure and functioning of the central nervous system of the body.
Benzodiazepines replace the body’s natural calming mechanisms. In the case of their sudden discontinuation, the brain is deprived of a specific brake, which results in increased irritability of the nervous system. Dependence on benzodiazepines is associated with the gradual development of tolerance to their effects. With the duration of pharmacotherapy, the effectiveness of drugs decreases. In addition, with abrupt cessation of their use, there is an increase in symptoms that occurred before the start of treatment, such as anxiety, insomnia.
Benzodiazepine withdrawal symptoms:
- Increased fears
- Depressive states
- Problems with sleeping
- Flu-like symptoms
- Hallucinations
- Epilepsy
- Smierc
Sometimes, when withdrawal symptoms occur, doctors who have no medical experience in dealing with benzodiazepines prescribe increased doses of preparations. This is associated with the occurrence of a vicious circle and the progressive development of addiction. Keep in mind that benzos can be overdosed on and are especially dangerous when combined with alcohol and opioid medications. Abrupt discontinuation of benzodiazepines on one’s own carries the risk of potentially fatal withdrawal symptoms and seizures.
Treating Benzodiazepine Addiction at Zeus Rehab
Withdrawal from benzodiazepines is a terrifying ordeal and requires professional treatment. Many physicians are not properly trained and experienced in the use of benzodiazepines and do not understand how they work. That is why it is so important to seek help from a specialist benzodiazepine addiction treatment center.
At Zeus Rehab, we use individual addiction therapy programs. This is especially important when treating benzodiazepine addiction, as each patient’s experience and symptoms will be extremely different. We carry out the treatment in the comfort of our luxurious residence and offer the conditions of 5* hotels.
We understand that you will experience your own benzodiazepine withdrawal symptoms which are related to your individual brain chemistry and the type, amount and timing of medication use. We will take these variables into account when developing your personalized treatment plan, as well as examining your health, diet and lifestyle.
Benzodiazepine detox will become the first step in your treatment from benzodiazepines. During the detoxification process, we will gradually release your body from the effects
addictive drug and eliminate any unpleasant effects of its withdrawal. Detoxification from benzodiazepines is an extremely complicated process, so we will proceed gradually to ensure your complete safety. During detoxification, we will implement psychotherapy and take care of your mental health. We will learn the mechanisms that influenced the development of addiction in you. We will eliminate fears, sleep problems and depression that accompany addiction to benzodiazepines.
After completing treatment from benzodiazepines at Zeus Rehab, you will become a free and happy person who will start living to the fullest and without the need to consume strong drugs!
We treat:
Diazepam (Valium, Relanium) addiction
Alprazolam addiction (Xanax, Afobam, Alpragen)
Clonazepam Addiction (Klonazepam, Klonopin)
Bromazepam addiction (Lexotan, Brozam, Lexomil, Calmepam, Zepam)
Addiction to Nitrazepam (Nomefren, Mogadon)
Oxazepam addiction (Oxazepam, Serax, Alepam)
Lorazepam addiction (Lorafen, Ativan)
Midazolam Addiction (Dormicum, Hypnovel, Versed)
Temazepam addiction (Signopam, Restoril)
Addiction to Chlordiazepoxide (Elenium, Librium)
Addiction to Triazolam (Halcion)
Estazolam addiction (Estazolam TFZ, Espefa)
Addiction to Tazolam (Prosom)
Flurazepam Addiction (Dalmane, Rohypnol)
Z-drug addiction: zolpidem (Nasen, Stilnox, Zolpic, Ambien), zaleplon (Morfeo, Sonata), zopiclone (Dobroson, Imovane)
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