Abstract

LOPEZ VANTOUR, Ana; AROCHE ARZUAGA, Alina; BESTARD ROMERO, Jamet  and  OCANA FONTELA, Nelaines. Use and misuse of benzodiazepines. MEDISAN [online]. 2010, vol.14, n.4. ISSN 1029-3019.

Use and misuse of benzodiazepines, mechanisms of action, pharmacokinetics, and routes of administration, adverse reactions and interaction with other medications are commented on. It is concluded that prolonged use of that product, even in appropriate doses, can lead to psychic and physical dependence, tolerance and withdrawal syndrome, thus recommending a further information about its effects in order to improve the life quality of those who take this drug.

Keywords : benzodiazepines; antianxiety drug; drug interaction; quality of life.

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