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The prescription drug Diazepam is the generic name for Valium. Valium is a benzodiazepine that may be prescribed to treat conditions such as anxiety disorder, seizures and insomnia.1 According to the Mayo Clinic, benzodiazepines may be habit-forming, especially when taken in high doses and/or for a long period of time.5
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- Brand: Valium3
- Generic: Diazepam3
- Class: Benzodiazepine
- Invented by Dr. Leo Sternbach[http : //www.nytimes.com/2005/10/01/health/01sternbach.html 4]</sup>
- Developed by Roche Pharmaceuticals (formerly known as Hoffman-La Roche)[http : //www.nytimes.com/2005/10/01/health/01sternbach.html 4]</sup>
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"Scorpio Rising" has long been a fave song, but it's the only song I know that mentions diazepam (valium) - one of many drugs I take daily.
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I need some muthafuckin valium! Or diazepam if you wanna get technical
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@shoosha85 No, valium is just diazepam :p melatonin pills are pretty common and over-the-counter, at least here.
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View All Valium (Diazepam) Questions (1) | Ask a QuestionThe generic diazepam came after Valium was invented, correct? (1 Answer)"Diazepam" is a name relating to the chemical structure of the drug, which belongs to the family of drugs called benzodiazepines. This would have been the name by which it ... read more
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Other Benzodiazepines
- Ativan (Lorazepam)
- Klonopin (Clonazepam)
- Xanax (Alprazolam)
- Restoril (Temazepam)
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Citations
- NMHCT.nhs.uk: Drug Formulary (July 27, 1999)
- MedlinePlus.com: Diazepam (August 1, 2007)
- RxList.com: Valium Tablets
- NY Times: Leo Sternbach, 97, Valium Creator, Dies (October 1, 2005)
- MayoClinic.com: Benzodiazepine (August 1, 2008)
