What is a benzodiazepine (minor tranquilizer)?

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Benzodiazepines belong to the group of medicines called central nervous system (CNS) depressants (medicines that slow down the nervous system).

This extensive Mayo Clinic article describes all the current medications within this class, along with strategies to manage many of the questions that come up with their use

Benzodiazepine (Oral Route, Parenteral Route, Rectal Route) - MayoClinic.com