Drug dependence
...Central nervous system depressants include alcohol, barbiturates (amobarbital, pentobarbital, secobarbital), benzodiazepine (Valium, Ativan, Xanax), chloral hydrate, and paraldehyde. These substances produce a sedative and anxiety-reducing effect, which can lead to dependence. Hallucinogens...

Panic disorder
...system to reduce anxiety and related symptoms. Benzodiazepines are a commonly used class of anti-anxiety medications. They include alprazolam (Xanax). However, people can become dependent on or addicted to drugs in this class of medications. Ideally, these drugs are used only on a temporary basis....

See also: Anxiety, Depression, Dysautonomia, Panic Disorder, Tinnitus

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