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Valium/Diazepam
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I have to take a five hour plane ride and I have a significant fear of flying. My parents are trying to prescribe me Valium. Can anybody tell me the effect that this has?

'cause I'd rather be comatose than conscious and the closer I get to the former, the less I'm going to worry about the flight.

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Quote: from http://www.drugs.com/valium.html

What is Valium?
Valium is in a group of drugs called benzodiazepines. It affects chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause anxiety.

Valium is used in the management of anxiety disorders. It may also be used to treat agitation, shakiness, and hallucinations during alcohol withdrawal and to relieve certain types of muscle pain.

Valium may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Important information about Valium

You should not use Valium if you are allergic to diazepam, or if you have myasthenia gravis, severe liver disease, narrow-angle glaucoma, a severe breathing problem, or sleep apnea. This medication can cause birth defects in an unborn baby. Do not use Valium if you are pregnant.

Before taking Valium, tell your doctor if you have glaucoma, asthma or other breathing problems, kidney or liver disease, seizures, or a history of drug or alcohol addiction, mental illness, depression, or suicidal thoughts.

Do not drink alcohol while taking Valium. This medication can increase the effects of alcohol.

Never take more of this medication than your doctor has prescribed. An overdose of Valium can be fatal.

Valium may be habit-forming and should be used only by the person it was prescribed for. Thus medicine should never be shared with another person, especially someone who has a history of drug abuse or addiction. Keep the medication in a secure place where others cannot get to it.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Valium?

Valium may be habit-forming and should be used only by the person it was prescribed for. Valium should never be shared with another person, especially someone who has a history of drug abuse or addiction. Keep the medication in a secure place where others cannot get to it. You should not use Valium if you are allergic to diazepam, or if you have:


  • myasthenia gravis (a muscle weakness disorder);
  • severe liver disease;
  • narrow-angle glaucoma;
  • a severe breathing problem; or
  • sleep apnea (breathing stops during sleep).

If you have certain conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take Valium. Before taking diazepam, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:


  • glaucoma;
  • asthma, emphysema, bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD), or other breathing problems;
  • kidney or liver disease;
  • epilepsy or other seizure disorder;
  • a history of mental illness, depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior; or
  • a history of drug or alcohol addiction.

FDA pregnancy category D. Valium can cause birth defects in an unborn baby. Do not use this medicine while you are pregnant. Tell your doctor if you become pregnant during treatment. Use an effective form of birth control while you are using this medication. Diazepam can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

The sedative effects of Valium may last longer in older adults. Accidental falls are common in elderly patients who take benzodiazepines. Use caution to avoid falling or accidental injury while you are taking this medication. Do not give this medication to a child younger than 6 months old.


How should I take Valium?

Take Valium exactly as it was prescribed for you. Never take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results from this medication.

Measure the liquid form of Valium with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.

Valium should be used for only a short time. Do not take this medication for longer than 4 months without your doctor's advice. Do not stop using Valium suddenly without first talking to your doctor. You may have increased seizures or withdrawal symptoms when you stop taking Valium. Withdrawal symptoms include tremor, sweating, trouble sleeping, muscle cramps, stomach pain, vomiting, and unusual thoughts or behavior. You may need to use less and less before you stop the medication completely. Contact your doctor if this medicine seems to stop working as well in treating your symptoms.

To be sure this medication is not causing harmful effects, your blood and liver function may need to be tested on a regular basis. Do not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.

Store Valium at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.

Keep track of how many pills have been used from each new bottle of this medicine. Benzodiazepines are drugs of abuse and you should be aware if any person in the household is using this medicine improperly or without a prescription.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at your next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine. An overdose of Valium can be fatal.

Overdose symptoms may include extreme drowsiness, confusion, limp or weak muscles, fainting, shallow breathing, or breathing that stops.
What should I avoid while taking Valium?

Do not drink alcohol while taking Valium. This medication can increase the effects of alcohol. Valium can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert.

Valium side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:


  • confusion, unusual thoughts or behavior;
  • unusual risk-taking behavior, decreased inhibitions, no fear of danger;
  • depressed mood, thoughts of suicide or hurting yourself;
  • hyperactivity, anxiety, agitation, hostility;
  • double vision, hallucinations;
  • weak or shallow breathing;
  • feeling like you might pass out;
  • muscle twitching, tremor;
  • fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms;
  • jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes); or
  • urinating less than usual or not at all.

    Less serious Valium side effects may include:

  • drowsiness, tired feeling;
  • dizziness, spinning sensation;
  • blurred vision;
  • sleep problems (insomnia), nightmares;
  • muscle weakness, lack of balance or coordination;
  • slurred speech;
  • nausea, vomiting, constipation;
  • headache, memory problems;
  • drooling or dry mouth;
  • skin rash; or
  • loss of interest in sex.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.


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Personally I serious recommend you try to change their mind about Valium, if they can even get it prescribed to you, which I'm not sure they can, but then again I'm not an expert in that field. However, try to explore other possible solutions. It is not uncommon at all for people to have a fear of flying, in fact millions of people have had this phobia. Sometimes you just need to face it and close your eyes the entire time until the flight is over. However I get the feeling that it is at a point where you'll probably end up tearing through security guards just to get out of the terminal. In that case, it might be wise to see a school counsellor to get their insight, and they may recommend you to a special therapist dealing with phobias. It may seem radical but a fear of flying can have serious repercussions depending on your lifestyle, in this case you need to take a 5 hour flight. I don't know how serious it is, but it would be nice if you needed to take a plane ASAP in the future, and you could.

So try and find some sort of coping method, or a counsellor(I suggest school because it's free and if they can't help you, they know someone who can) and only let your parents get ahold of Valium for you as a last resort.

Drugs aren't the answer for normal everyday problems, not at all.

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