<unk>  is mainly used as an anxiolytic because of its long elimination half-life; showing superiority over the short-acting drug lorazepam. In comparison with the antidepressant drugs, paroxetine and imipramine,<unk>  was found to be more effective in the short-term but after 4 weeks the antidepressants showed superior anti-anxiety effects.<unk>  is also used as a premedication for dental phobia for its anxiolytic properties. High doses of<unk>  may be administered the night before a dental (or other medical) procedure in order to provide relief from anxiety-associated insomnia that night with the effects persisting long enough to sufficiently treat anxiety the next day.<unk>  has also demonstrated effectiveness in treating alcohol withdrawal. Availability<unk>  is available in tablet and liquid drop formulations. The liquid drop formulation is absorbed more quickly and has improved bioavailibility.
Delorazepam
Halazepam
Oxazepam
Diclazepam
Clonazepam
Medazepam
Triazolam
Gidazepam