Olivera Bogunovic

Jan 23, 2025 | bottomlineinc.com | Olivera Bogunovic |Pilar King

The opioid epidemic has gained widespread attention, but another class of drugs is quietly causing an epidemic of invisible illness: benzodiazepines. More than 30 million Americans report using medications like lorazepam (Ativan), alprazolam (Xanax), clonazepam (Klonopin), and diazepam (Valium) for concerns such as anxiety and insomnia. When used for less than three months, they are safe and effective.