Drug Information I Benzodiazepines I Treatment I Further Info

For further information about benzos or polydrug use, or to obtain information resources contact:

• Alcohol and Drug Information Service (ADIS) - Information, counselling and advice for people concerned about their own or another’s drug use. This is a 24 hour, statewide, confidential telephone service.
  • ADIS: (08) 9442 5000
  • Toll free (country callers only): 1800 198 024
  • Email: adis@health.wa.gov.au

• Parent Drug Information Service (PDIS) - The Parent Drug Information Service is a 24 hour telephone support, counselling, information and referral service for parents.
  • PDIS: (08) 9442 5050
  • Toll Free (country callers only): 1800 653 203

• HealthInfo - Additional copies of this brochure or other benzodiazepine resources are available through HealthInfo. Other benzodiazepine resources include:
  • About benzodiazepines
  • Using benzodiazepines, sleeping tablets or sedatives with medicines or drugs
  • Using benzos
  • Managing stress and anxiety.

• The Department of Health has produced the ‘Do-It-Yourself Guide to a Good Night’s Sleep’ resource containing a relaxation tape, brochure and booklet. This resource is available for $5.00 (GST inclusive). A free booklet titled ‘A Good Night’s Sleep’ is also available. To obtain copies, telephone HealthInfo on 1300 135 030.

• Western Australian Substance Users’ Association (WASUA) - Peer-based information, support and referral.
  • Telephone: (08) 9227 7866
  • E-mail: wasua@wantree.com.au

• Hepatitis Council of WA
  • Telephone: (08) 9328 8538
  • Free call: 1800 800 070
  • Website: http://www.hepccwa.highway1.com.au

• WA AIDS Council
  • Telephone: (08) 9482 0000
  • E-mail: waac@waids.asn.au

• Visit your local pharmacy and ask for a Pharmacy Self Care Fact Card.

• Talk to your doctor or pharmacist.