Understanding Benzodiazepine Medications: Ativan and Xanax
Benzodiazepines constitute a class of medications widely prescribed for managing anxiety and insomnia. Two common examples are Ativan (lorazepam) and Xanax (alprazolam). These drugs function by enhancing the effects of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), a neurotransmitter that suppresses nerve activity in the brain. Ativan and Xanax provide rapid eas