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BENZODIAZEPINES Benzodiazepines are classified as a sedative-hypnotic drug. All are legally available by prescription in the United States with the exception of flunitrazepam ( Rohypnol ) or 'roofies.' This latter drug has gained notoriety as a date-rape drug. The table below lists the drug names along with their common names. The first drug of the benzodiazepine class, chlordiazepoxide (Librium), was approved for use in 1960. With the later approval of Diazepam (Valium), Benzodiazepines have become the most frequently prescribed drugs in the U.S. for the treatment of anxiety, convulsions, and muscle relaxation. Pills or injectable solutions are the most frequent modes of use. Desirable effects include sedation. Prolonged used can lead to dependency. Long time chronic use also may extend the urine detection time in drug testing. The primary danger associated with the overdose of benzodiazepines is central nervous system (CNS) depression, especially when other CNS depressants, like alcohol, are used concurrently.
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