A Radio-Canada investigation into the use and side-effects of benzodiazepines such as Ativan and Xanax reveals the drugs are often overprescribed and there isn’t enough education for doctors or patients about the risks — including falls, fractures and addiction.
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Warnings about the overprescription of Benzodiazepines
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