Assertion: benzodiazepine | /r/CapableOf | act on gamma-aminobutyric acid
Facets:
value: through this molecular interaction
type: MANNER
Source sentences:
text: Benzodiazepines act primarily on the gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) receptors and, through this molecular interaction, increase levels of inhibitory brain signaling—depressing the central nervous system and resulting in sedation and feelings of relaxation.1,3,4 Long-term benzodiazepine use can lead to certain functional changes in the brain that, over time, result in decreased responsiveness to the use of the drug.2