Benzodiazepines (e.g. Valium, Rohypnol) are depressant medicines used to treat a wide range of conditions, including insomnia. There are many different types of benzodiazepines, and all have at least one of the following properties:
- Anti-anxiety;
- Muscle relaxant;
- Hypnotic;
- Anti-convulsant; and
- Memory loss.
Individuals who use benzodiazepines for long periods of time may become dependent on the medication.
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