CONCERN OVER RISING RATES OF OVERDOSE FROM PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS Last week concern was raised about the escalating levels of accidental overdose from prescription pain killers (opioids such as oxycodone and codeine) and sedatives (benzodiazepines such as diazepam , alprazolam and oxazepam). Despite many people being aware of the risks and managing these well, many others … Continue reading Part 2 In Response To The Media On Benzodiazepine Medications.