What is Valium

What is Valium?

The generic name of Valium is Diazepam. It is used to treat anxiety disorder, alcohol withdrawal, seizures, and muscle spasms. Valium belongs to the class of drugs called benzodiazepines. This medicine works by calming the brain and nerves. 

How to use and take Valium?

Before using and taking Valium, keep these things in your mind.

• Read the medicine guide provided by your health consultant.
• If you have any doubts regarding Valium, then contact your doctor.
• Take this medicine by mouth as prescribed by your doctor.
• You can consume Valium with or without food as directed by your doctor.
• Do not take this medicine with alcohol or any alcoholic substance.
• Use special measuring cups if you are using the liquid form of Valium.
• Do not use a household spoon for measurement.
• The dosage of Valium is based on your age, gender, medical condition.
• Do not use this medicine for a more extended period.

• Do not suddenly stop the consumption of the medicine because it may cause some withdrawal symptoms
• During the treatment, frequent blood test is required.
• For gaining most of the benefit of the medicine, take this medicine regularly and at the same time.

What are the side effects of Valium?

Get in touch with your health consultant if you feel or observe any of the side effects of Valium. Side effects of Valium sometimes may cause death. To reduce the risk of side effects of Valium, your doctor will suggest you some ways.

Side effects of valium are-:

• stomach pain
• agitation
• tarry stools
• blistering
• flaking
• peeling of the skin
• blurred vision
• changes in patterns and rhythms of speech
• chills
• confusion
• cough
• dark urine
• decrease in the frequency of urination
• decrease in urine volume
• difficulty in passing urine 
• discouragement
• dizziness
• faintness
• lightheadedness 
• false beliefs 
• fast heartbeat
• irregular breathing
• feeling sad 
• fever
• headache
• hyperexcitability
• increased muscle spasms 
• irritability
• itching or rash
• lack of memory 
• loss of appetite
• loss of bladder control
• loss of interest or pleasure
• lower back or side pain
• nausea
• nightmares
• outbursts of anger
• painful urination
• pale skin
• restlessness
• seizures
• slurred speech
• sore throat
• sweating
• trouble concentrating
• trouble sleeping
• trouble speaking
• white spots in the mouth
• unpleasant breath odor
• unusual behavior
• unusual bleeding 
• unusual feeling of excitement
• unusual tiredness 
• weakness
• vomiting of blood
• yellow eyes or skin

This is not the complete of side effects of Valium. If you observe any other side effects, then contact your doctor immediately. 

What are the symptoms of overdose of Valium?

The situation of overdose arises when a person takes more than the prescribed dosage. Get in touch with your health consultant if you observe these symptoms of overdose of Valium in you or in someone else who is taking Valium.

Symptoms of overdose of Valium are-:

• Change in consciousness
• troubled breathing
• shallow breathing
• lack of coordination
• loss of consciousness
• loss of strength or energy
• muscle pain or weakness
• pale or blue lips
• sleepiness
• unusual drowsiness
• dullness
• Tiredness
• Weakness
• feeling of sluggishness

To avoid the situation of an overdose of Valium, take medicine as prescribed by your doctor.  

What are the precautions while taking Valium?

For the safety of your health, consider these points to avoid any risk to your health.

• Always read the warning section of the medicine.
• Tell your doctor if you have any allergic problem from Valium or any of its components.
• Tell your health consultant about your medical history like any mental problem, mood swings, depression, etc.
• Valium makes you feel dizzy or sleepy. So, avoid doing a task that requires lots of attention and focus.
• Do not suggest this medicine to pregnant women.
• Keep this medicine in a safe place.
• Do not share your medicine.