Facts you should know about Downers Barbituates and Benzodiazipines are drugs that depress the brain and central nervous system. These depressants act as downers and can slow the body and mind down. They have a sedative, hypnotic, anticonvulsant, or anesthetic effect. They are most commonly found in the form of multi-colored capsules and can be legally prescribed by a doctor to treat disorders like sleeplessness, anxiety, tension, and epileptic seizures. Barbiturates and Benzodiazipines create a sense of euphoria and relaxation.
Tolerance develops quickly and larger doses are used, increasing the danger of an overdose.
If an overdose occurs or if these drugs are taken with other drugs like alcohol, death may result due to the depression of the respiratory center in the brain. Write to the Webmaster.