Benzodiazepines do not appear to increase dementia risk, but could have subtle long-term effects on brain structure, a new study reports. Researchers found no link between use of the sedative drug and ...

Benzodiazepine use and abuse are highlighted in the new season of The White Lotus. These medications are effective for ...

Benzodiazepines, or benzos, are a class of central nervous system depressants that most people know by the brand names Xanax, Ativan, Valium, and Klonopin. These drugs, commonly prescribed in their ...

People combine alcohol and Xanax because Xanax can amplify the effect of alcohol leading to euphoria. But mixing the two can cause cardiac issues, breathing problems, and a lack of consciousness. The ...

A study found that opioid use, with or without benzodiazepines, significantly increases long-term mortality risk in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) over the age of 60 years.