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).
In 1977 benzodiazepines were globally the most prescribed medications. Benzodiazepines enhance the effect of the neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) at the GABAA receptor, resulting in sedative, hypnotic (sleep-inducing), anxiolytic (anti-anxiety), anticonvulsant, and muscle relaxant properties.