What Are Some Examples of “nerve Pills”?
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Some examples of nerve pills include Xanax, Klonopin, Valium, Ativan and Tranxene, according to the University of Rochester Medical Center. These drugs belong to a class of prescription medications known as benzodiazepines that medical doctors use to prevent seizures, relax muscles and treat insomnia, anxiety and mental agitation.
Benzodiazepines are nervous system depressants that work by selectively affecting gamma aminobutyric acid, or GABA, neurotransmitters that cause people to experience altered moods, drowsiness and relaxed muscles, according to psychology expert Kendra Cherry. Benzodiazepines are listed as Schedule IV drugs in the United States due to their tendency to create psychological or physical dependence in users.
