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US National Library of Medicine

Medline Plus: Triazolam

For Students 9th - 10th
Here, read about the prescription drug triazolam, also known as Halcion, which is taken for short term treatment of insomnia. This article answers several questions about this drug, including: "Why is this medication prescribed?" and...
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US Department of Justice

U.s. Drug Enforcement Administration: Benzodiazepines [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the effects of drugs in the benzodiazepine family, names of the drugs and their intended uses, and how the drugs are abused by adolescents.
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WebMD

Medicine Net: Triazolam

For Students 9th - 10th
Here, patients taking triazolam to for short-term insomnia treatment can read about what the drug does and how it affects the body. Read about possible problems associated with the drug, some of which can be prevented through being...
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Website
Other

Downers: A New Look at Depresant Drugs

For Students 9th - 10th
This website overview the problems and dangers associated with prescription depressants, such as barbiturates and tranquilizers. Learn about how these prescription drugs impair your body and mind.
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Handout
Other

Healthy Place: Triazolam

For Students 9th - 10th
This simple article provides information on triazolam, a drug often prescribed as Halcion, which is used in the short-term treatment of insomnia. Click on one of the topics listed at the top of the page to be taken to a specific part of...
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Handout
Other

Downer Drugs: An Inside Guide to the Downside's Flipside

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the dangers of depressant drugs, or downers. This website provides simple information about side effects, risks, and problems associated with depressant use.