Benzodiazepines

Is Diazepam an opiate?

Last updated:
August 27, 2024

Whilst diazepam can produce similar effects to opiates it is not an opiate. Diazepam is a prescribed medication that belongs to the class of benzodiazepines. It is extremely addictive and very difficult to detox from once dependent.

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