Valium, (diazepam), is a benzodiazepine derivative drug often prescribed for its muscle relaxant, anti-convulsant and amnestic properties.  It is commonly used to combat insomnia, seizures, alcohol withdrawal and muscle spasms. Valium is classified as a schedule IV narcotic by the DEA.  This means that it has a low potential for abuse and is available by prescription.

Valium was first approved for use in 1963 and was two and a half times as stronger than its predecessor, chlordiazepoxide, which it quickly surpassed in terms of sale.

Diazepam has many trade names including Valium, Novodipam, Relanium, Seduxen, Diazepam-Desitin, Diazepam-Intensol, Valrelease, Diapam, Stesolid, Anxicalm, Valpam, Normabel, Stedon and Plidex.

Valium Side Effects

Valium can cause severe side effects such as: allergic reactions, jaundice, rash, hallucinations, severe confusion, changes in vision, violence, rage, heart palpitations or dependence.

Less serious side effects include extreme lethargy, impaired motor function, dizziness, nausea, depression, impaired learning, amnesia, cognitive deficits, nervousness, irritability, cramps, difficult urination, headache, decreased sex drive, behavior changes, clumsiness, drowsiness or dizziness.

Signs of Overdose

Overdose symptoms include: sleepiness; dizziness; confusion; slow heart beat; difficult breathing, walking or talking; drunken appearance; mental confusion; unconsciousness or  coma.

Withdrawal Symptoms

Long-term use of Valium usually leads to tolerance and dependence with the appearance of withdrawal symptoms when one decides to lower dosage or end use of Valium.  

Withdrawal symptoms include: muscular spasms or cramps, insomnia, headache, vivid dreams or nightmares, hallucinations, nausea, vomiting, anxiety, panic attacks, impaired concentration, elevated blood pressure, depression, suicidal or homicidal ideation, tremor, perspiration, loss of appetite, gastrointestinal problems, cramps, convulsions, catatonia, coma, hyperthermia, violence, psychosis, mania or delirium tremens.

 
While it is debated how long use of Valium must occur before dependence can develop, the general consensus is four weeks of consistent use. 

If you or a loved one has become dependant on Valium, get help.  Call Narconon today.