Benzodiazepines
Gidazepam
Street names: Gidazepam HCl, Gidazepamum
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⚡What it does
- Daytime anti-anxiety effect with mild activation (unusual for a benzo)
⚠Key risks
- Sold online as a 'functional' benzo — dependence still develops
- Long-acting metabolites accumulate
- Withdrawal anxiety and seizures
✚Overdose signs
- Sedation at high doses
- Poor coordination
- Slow breathing with alcohol
Category comparison — Benzodiazepines
| Substance | Class | Top risks | Street price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gidazepam | Prescription-only | Sold online as a 'functional' benzo — dependence still develops; Long-acting metabolites accumulate | ~$0.50–$2 per tablet online |
| Diazepam | Schedule IV | Dependence in 2–4 weeks of daily use; Dangerous withdrawal (seizures) — never stop cold turkey | ~$1–$10 per 10 mg tablet |
| Alprazolam (Xanax 2 mg) | Schedule IV | Dependence within weeks; brutal withdrawal (seizures risk); Counterfeit 'bars' increasingly contain fentanyl or bromazolam | ~$2–$10 per 2 mg bar |
| Lorazepam (Ativan 2.5 mg) | Schedule IV | Dependence and withdrawal seizures; Rebound anxiety between doses | ~$1–$5 per 2.5 mg tablet |
| Clonazepam (Rivotril/Klonopin 2 mg) | Schedule IV | Long half-life — dependence builds silently; Withdrawal can last months | ~$1–$5 per 2 mg tablet |
| Nitrazepam (Nipam 5 mg) | Schedule IV | Morning 'hangover' impairment; Dependence and falls in older users | ~$1–$4 per 5 mg tablet |
Street prices are regional estimates. Potency and cuts vary constantly.
?Frequently asked questions
What does Gidazepam look like?
Tablets from Eastern European pharmacies; powder online
What are the signs of a Gidazepam overdose?
Sedation at high doses; Poor coordination; Slow breathing with alcohol Call emergency services immediately.
How addictive is it?
Sold online as a 'functional' benzo — dependence still develops Withdrawal can be life-threatening — medical tapering is essential.
🔗Sources & further reading
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