When benzodiazepines bind to their receptor site,they
A)release barbiturates.
B)block acetylcholine receptors.
C)reduce the membrane electrical potential.
D)enhance the inhibitory effects of GABA.

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Benzodiazepines enhance the inhibitory effects of GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) at its receptor sites, leading to sedative, anxiolytic, and hypnotic effects. Benzodiazepines do not release barbiturates or block acetylcholine receptors, nor do they directly reduce the membrane electrical potential.

When Benzodiazepines Bind to Their Receptor Site,they