Usual effects of benzodiazepines

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What are the usual effects of benzodiazepines?

Benzodiazepines produce sedation and amnesia but do not provide analgesia. Significant adverse effects of benzodiazepines include respiratory and cardiovascular depression. Paradoxic reactions can occur with benzodiazepines and are more common in the elderly.

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