benzodiazepine
noun
ben·zo·di·az·e·pine
ˌben-zō-dī-ˈa-zə-ˌpēn 
: any of a group of aromatic lipophilic amines (such as diazepam and chlordiazepoxide) used especially as tranquilizers
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While antidepressants, benzodiazepines, and psychotherapy may influence amygdala activity, researchers wondered: could ultrasound offer a more direct and targeted approach?
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Jenny Lehmann, Discover Magazine, 1 May 2025
During five appointments, Hollington gave the officers 17 prescriptions, including for Adderall, benzodiazepines including Valium and Xanax, and Suboxone, a medication that can help to treat addiction and drug withdrawal symptoms, according to prosecutors.
—Julia Marnin, Miami Herald, 31 Mar. 2025
The drug — known by its brand name Ativan — is a benzodiazepine that treats anxiety disorder or panic disorder.
—Cara Lynn Shultz, People.com, 27 Feb. 2025
View gallery - 3 images A benzodiazepine seeping into waterways is causing young Atlantic salmon to behave strangely, with fish in the wild migrating more rapidly and taking more risks on their journey from river to ocean.
—New Atlas, 20 Apr. 2025
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Jenny Lehmann, Discover Magazine, 1 May 2025
During five appointments, Hollington gave the officers 17 prescriptions, including for Adderall, benzodiazepines including Valium and Xanax, and Suboxone, a medication that can help to treat addiction and drug withdrawal symptoms, according to prosecutors.
—Julia Marnin, Miami Herald, 31 Mar. 2025
The drug — known by its brand name Ativan — is a benzodiazepine that treats anxiety disorder or panic disorder.
—Cara Lynn Shultz, People.com, 27 Feb. 2025
View gallery - 3 images A benzodiazepine seeping into waterways is causing young Atlantic salmon to behave strangely, with fish in the wild migrating more rapidly and taking more risks on their journey from river to ocean.
—New Atlas, 20 Apr. 2025
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benzodiazepine
noun
ben·zo·di·az·e·pine
ˌben-zō-dī-ˈaz-ə-ˌpēn
: any of a group of aromatic lipophilic amines (as diazepam and chlordiazepoxide) used especially as tranquilizers
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