Benzodiazepines like Valium and Xanax are often prescribed to treat anxiety, insomnia and seizures. While these drugs can be effective as a short-term treatment, researchers are trying to better ...

Benzodiazepines produce their therapeutic effect by binding with GABA A receptors in the brain. However, the drug has an equally strong affinity to human mitochondrial tryptophan-rich sensory proteins ...

Benzodiazepines, sometimes called benzos, are a type of medication known as tranquilizers. Familiar names include Valium and Xanax. These drugs slow down your central nervous system, cause sedation ...