Medications For Depression (Valium)

Valium (diazepam) is a medication available by prescription and used to relieve anxiety, seizures and muscle spasms, as well as to control and relieve the symptoms of alcohol withdrawal syndrome.
Dosage and taking this medicine regularly
Valium comes as a liquid, regular tablet and extended-release capsule that is supposed to be taken orally to make sure you benefit from it. The extended-release tablet is not supposed to be crushed or chewed – you need to take it whole to provide for the gradual release of the medicine inside your body. This medicine is usually taken four times a day, and you need to make sure you take it at regular intervals without skipping doses. The liquid form is supposed to be taken with the help of a special dropper, as otherwise you may take too much of this drug or too little of it. The contents of the dropper are t be mixed with some semi-solid food, like applesauce, or mixed with a carbonated beverage. If you are taking antacids, let one hour pass between your dosage of Valium and an antacid. Being allergic to diazepam or any other medications of the kind is a contraindication for taking Valium.
Are any side effects possible?
Valium can make you drowsy, and alcohol is likely to add to the drowsiness caused by this medicine, so make sure you plan your diet and lifestyle ahead to benefit from the treatment prescribed. Besides drowsiness the following mild side effects of Valium are possible: dizziness, tiredness, weakness, dry mouth, diarrhea, and an upset stomach. More serious side effects, unlike the mild side effects mentioned above, are supposed to be reported to your doctor immediately. The following ones are to be reported: excitement, constipation, problems urinating, blurred vision, changes in sex drive, seizures, shuffling walk, fever, difficulty breathing or swallowing, and irregular heartbeat, as they can get only worse with time buy Valium without prescription.
Valium drug interactions
Talk to your health care provider about any other medications you are taking at the moment to make sure drug interference is not likely to occur. The following ones must be reported: cimetidine, medications for depression, drugs for seizures, pain medications, Parkinson's disease drugs, asthma medicines, colds or allergies medications, sedatives, sleeping pills, antihistamines, isoniazide, digoxin, disulfiram, fluoxetine, ketoconazole, probenecid, oral contraceptives, muscle relaxants, ranitidine, propranolol, tranquilizers, rifampin, valproic acid, vitamins, and theophylline. This list is not complete, and there are many other medications that need to be reported in case you are taking them – just to make sure your treatment is going to be as efficient and successful and possible. The medications listed can add to the drowsiness caused by Valium and therefore should be used with caution.
Valium overdose
In case of Valium overdose you may have some symptoms that need to be reported to your local emergency center as soon as possible. These symptoms may be different for different people and depend on how much of Valium you have taken. Never take more of this medicine than recommended by your health care provider, as this may result in an overdose. Overdose symptoms can be quite individual and are impossible to predict. If you think you have taken too much of Valium - watch for strange signs that may be the serious side effects.
Valium addiction and withdrawal
Valium can lead to forming a habit. Make sure you exercise special caution when taking this drug for a long time and avoid using more than recommended. If you happen to develop an addiction anyway, the following symptoms of withdrawal are likely if you suddenly decided to stop the treatment: sleeplessness, anxiousness and extreme irritability. To avoid the symptoms mentioned you will probably be recommended to stop the treatment gradually, taking less and less of this medication each time. Gradual withdrawal will help you avoid the symptoms mentioned and get the most benefits of your treatment. Taking Valium in larger doses is not recommended, as you can also develop tolerance. Developing tolerance means that your body will not respond to the treatment as before, and you may be required to have your dose increased by your doctor to make sure you get some benefits.
Sharing Valium with others
Other people around you must not have an access to the medication you are taking, as there is a possibility they will end up taking too much of it. Never share Valium with people to whom it was not prescribed and make sure you store it in some place where it will not be accessed by others, especially children. You are not supposed to share Valium with others as every person must be examined by a qualified health care professional to make sure there are no contraindications.