Benzodiazepines
Tofisopam (Grandaxin)
Street names: Grandaxin, Tofizopam
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⚡What it does
- Anti-anxiety without much sedation
- Mild stimulation
⚠Key risks
- Marketed as 'non-addictive benzo' — dependence still reported
- Abused in high doses in Eastern Europe
- Mixing with alcohol removes its safety advantage
✚Overdose signs
- Drowsiness
- Nausea
- Low blood pressure
Category comparison — Benzodiazepines
| Substance | Class | Top risks | Street price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tofisopam (Grandaxin) | Prescription-only | Marketed as 'non-addictive benzo' — dependence still reported; Abused in high doses in Eastern Europe | ~$0.50–$1.50 per tablet |
| 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 Tofisopam (Grandaxin) look like?
Tablets (50/100 mg) — atypical 2,3-benzodiazepine
What are the signs of a Tofisopam (Grandaxin) overdose?
Drowsiness; Nausea; Low blood pressure Call emergency services immediately.
How addictive is it?
Marketed as 'non-addictive benzo' — dependence still reported Withdrawal can be life-threatening — medical tapering is essential.
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