benzodiazepine
noun
ben·zo·di·az·e·pine
ˌben-zō-dī-ˈa-zə-ˌpēn 
: any of a group of aromatic lipophilic amines (such as diazepam and chlordiazepoxide) used especially as tranquilizers
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Jackson, who always maintained his innocence, died in 2009 due to acute propofol and benzodiazepine intoxication.
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Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 1 June 2026
The list of medications that can lead to falls is longer than people might suspect, such as loop diuretics, antidepressants, benzodiazepines, antipsychotics, and opioids.
—Adaira Landry, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Jackson, who always maintained his innocence, died in 2009 due to acute propofol and benzodiazepine intoxication.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 20 May 2026
Common anti-anxiety medications include benzodiazepines and several non-addictive options.
—Barton Goldsmith, AJC.com, 20 May 2026
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benzodiazepine
noun
ben·zo·di·az·e·pine
ˌben-zō-dī-ˈaz-ə-ˌpēn
: any of a group of aromatic lipophilic amines (as diazepam and chlordiazepoxide) used especially as tranquilizers
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