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Tranquilizers act on the brain by affecting the neurotransmitter known as GABA. Although different types of tranquilizers work in different ways, ultimately they all decrease brain activity by increasing GABA activity.

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Tranquilizers work by enhancing the effects of a neurotransmitter called gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the brain. GABA inhibits brain activity, thus reducing anxiety and promoting calmness. Tranquilizers such as benzodiazepines and barbiturates bind to GABA receptors, making them more sensitive to GABA, resulting in a calming effect.

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Tranquilizers can be legally used if prescribed by a doctor.


Do tranquilizers affect the intestines?

Tranquilizers affect the entire body because it affects the nervous system. The nervous system and the brain control the entire body. If you "dampen" the sensations of the nervous system you will slow things down. So the intenstines do slow down somewhat. People who tend to get constipation notice more problems with their intestines when they are on tranquilizers for a while. The drug does not do serious damage to the intestines as a norm.


What are the ingredients in tranquilizers?

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Who created tranquilizers?

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What short terms of tranquilizers?

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Where does Tranquilizers come from?

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What is the street name for tranquilizers?

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Are tranquilizers psychologically addictive?

Tranquilizers are addictive both psychologically and physically. Some -- such as Valium -- even have potentially fatal withdrawal symptoms.