User Reviews for diazepam oral

I love this drug-i take it on an as needed basis for anxiety and panic attacks because my Dr doesnt want me hooked on it but if it is helping me out this much why not let me stay on it-is there something out there close to diazepam that isnt addicting and works just as well? please let me know because i really need something for my anxiety-and it wouldnt be for everyday just when i feel i need it-I hear about Xanax-any readers with luck with this drug for anxiety?

Without this medication I would be an emotional and physical wreck. I have been on this drug for many years, which is not recommended, but at my age, who cares. It works; I live normally, so I am happy.

slight improvement with pain in back. bloating and swelling in face, hands and legs.

Years ago I was prescribed 5mg 3 times per day for acute anxiety and depression related to 'adjustment to adult life'. I took Valium for about 3 months, then weened myself off. It was as if a switch had been thrown, turning off my panic and turning on simple normalcy. I credit Valium for saving my life. In recent years I have used it during episodes of acute lower back spasm, and once again it has come to the rescue. I use it only for the purpose intended and for the minimum length of time required for resolution of the problem. Haven't noticed any negative side effects other than a mild sedation which is a good thing during a panic attack. In my experience, this is one of those rare chemicals I can call a 'wonder drug', but it must be used appropriately, following the recommendations of a doctor or WebMD or the PDR. Don't take it lightly.Read More Read Less

Me having IBS and a nervous stomach.The doctor felt it would work as a muscle relaxant. Yes it has helped somewhat but it makes me depressed/crying spells. I only take half of a 5mg 3x,s day because 5mg puts me to sleep.I've taken this for 1 month now and it has helped me somewhat.I sure know when its about time to take another because I get depressed and cry over nothing. I told the doctor and he keeps telling me to take a whole one 3 times aday.I say I sleep too much to do that. I'm hoping soon this goes away or does it? I wonder...Read More Read Less

I had memory problems, but did work relieving anxiety.

i need some else

My son is a 20 year with diagnosis of moderate Autism who's self injurious behavior had advanced to repetitive pounding his own head every couple hours when Ativan wore off. This diazepam given 8hours round the clock has relaxed him enough to a complete cessation of injurious behavior to himself or us at home and school.

take for a sleep due to chronic back pain flare ups.

it helps me sleep and it gets rid of withdrawls entirly

I'm taking this as part of a taper program to get off of temazepam, which I took for insomnia. Because I took it for a couple of years I need to taper off slowly..and diazepam is preferred for that. I'm slowly tapering down and it will take another 6 months until I'm done. CAution to all who take benzoid drugs. They are extremely habit forming and affect the nervous system. If you've taken them for an extended time do not abruptly quit them as it could lead to seziures.

Decrease in sexual desire or orgasim.Yet I do have a relaxed state and helps with the pain relievers prescribe after back operation.

this medication was given to me for anxiety and muscle spasms it does reduce the effects and accurances of these thinngs

these things keep me calm all day my problem is when i have none u know like i forget to take it but other wise its great