A proof-of-concept clinical trial of a non-benzodiazepine drug, a version of a naturally occurring neuroactive steroid, has shown that it’s as effective as alprazolam, better known as Xanax, at ...

Over 30 million Americans a year use benzodiazepines, or “benzos,” including Xanax, Valium, Ativan and Klonopin. Benzodiazepines are prescribed to treat anxiety disorders, insomnia, muscle spasms, ...

Benzodiazepines like Valium and Xanax are often prescribed to treat anxiety, insomnia and seizures. While these drugs can be effective as a short-term treatment, researchers are trying to better ...

Identifying a key protein's role could improve the common mental health medications and point to new treatments for inflammation-related diseases, a medicinal chemist says. Benzodiazepines like Valium ...