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When combined with benzodiazepines, the visual hallucinations induced by [[hallucinogenic]] substances (particularly [[psychedelics]]) may significantly decrease along with any underlying [[anxiety]] that may be present.{{citation needed}} | |||
Along with [[antipsychotics]] such as [[quetiapine]] (''Seroquel''), benzodiazepines are commonly [[administered]] in hospital settings to treat patients presenting symptoms of hallucinogen overdose or [[psychosis]].{{citation needed}} | |||
==Toxicity and harm potential== | ==Toxicity and harm potential== | ||