Historically, the term referred to special military units controlled by the military intelligence service GRU (Spetsnaz GRU). It also describes special purpose units, or task forces of other ministries (such as the Ministry of Emergency Situations' special rescue unit) in post-Soviet countries.
A list of benzodiazepine drugs include: 1  Klonopin (clonazepam). 2  Xanax (alprazolam). 3  Librium (chlordiazepoxide). 4  Valium (diazepam). 5  Ativan (lorazepam).6  Doral (quazepam). 7  Halcion(triazolam). 8  Rohypnol (flunitrazepam).his type of drug is available in many forms, including tablet, capsule and liquid, and there is also an injectable form. A list of benzodiazepine drugs include: 1  Klonopin (clonazepam). 2  Xanax (alprazolam). 3  Librium (chlordiazepoxide). 4  Valium (diazepam). 5  Ativan (lorazepam). 6  Doral (quazepam). 7  Halcion(triazolam).
Benzodiazepines affect the messenger chemical (neurotransmitter) gamma-aminobutryic acid (GABA). By increasing GABA in the brain, these drugs have a relaxing, sedative effect that works to relieve anxiety. Drugs in this class slow the nervous system down, helping to ease feelings of anxiousness and nervousness.ommon benzodiazepines include: 1  Xanax (alprazolam). 2  Librium (chlordiazepoxide). 3  Valium (diazepam). 4  Ativan (lorazepam).