# benzodiazepine

A family of sedative medicines, such as diazepam and temazepam, prescribed for anxiety and sometimes for sleep. Taken for a long time, they can lead to dependence.

## Where it comes up

- [Do I have insomnia?](https://nitez.com/insomnia)
- [Are sleeping pills safe to take?](https://nitez.com/sleeping-pills)

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