Benzodiazepines do not mainly impact the uptake or metabolism of biogenic amines, although they enhance the activity of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA). The antidepressant efficacy of benzodiazepines, which are GABAA receptor agonists, is compatible with the GABA depression theory.

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