Short-Term Effects
In a few cases side effects will arise; these differ widely depending on the type of benzodiazepine, the dose, and the person.
They can include:
- Impaired motor coordination
- Drowsiness, lethargy, fatigue
- Impaired thinking and memory
- Confusion
- Depression
- Altered vision
- Slurred speech, stuttering
- Vertigo
- Tremors
- Respiratory depression
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Dry mouth
- Abdominal discomfort
- Loss of appetite
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
