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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Disclaimer
The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor before taking Valium (Diazepam).
Valium (Diazepam) Alternatives
Other Benzodiazepines
Xanax (Alprazolam)
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)
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