Created on: Wednesday, 01 March 2017 Modified on: Saturday, 15 June 2019

Virginia Benzodiazepine (Diazepam) Detox & Rehabs

Benzodiazepines are typically prescribed for mental-health problems such as insomnia and anxiety, and will also be used as a muscle relaxant. Whenever an alcoholic is going through dangerous withdrawals, benzodiazepines will be used to help them manage these withdrawal symptoms. The problem with benzodiazepines is how highly addictive they can be. In fact, roughly 40% of anyone prescribed benzodiazepines will begin to develop a physical and psychological dependency if they are not taking the drugs as directed.

Normally benzodiazepines such as Ativan, Librium, Valium, Klonopin, and Xanax are prescribed for as-needed treatment and use. These particular drugs are not meant for everyday use; when this occurs, the user will become addicted to the drugs. Across the state of Virginia are some different types of drug rehabilitation services. A benzodiazepine addiction will require a medical detox program to assist with the withdrawal pains. Further treatment options within the state include inpatient and outpatient drug rehab.