The Connection Between Gut Health and Benzodiazepine Cessation
Benzodiazepines are a class of psychoactive medications prescribed for anxiety disorders, insomnia, seizures, and muscle spasms. These drugs function by binding to GABA-A receptors in the brain, enhancing the inhibitory effects of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), the primary inhibitory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system. This mechanism produces sedative, anxiolytic, anticonvulsant, and muscle relaxant effects. While clinically effective for short-term symptom… Read More »The Connection Between Gut Health and Benzodiazepine Cessation