2006-07-20 06:55:51 · 7 answers · asked by SONU 2 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Diazepam IS Valium. It is in the Benzodiazepine family and is beneficial in treating anxiety, insomnia, seizures, alcohol withdrawal, and muscle spasms. There are sedative affects ; doctors sometimes use it to create a state of amnesia after a procedure such as an endoscopy. Most drugs in this class should not be prescribed as a regular/maintenance drug. Good Luck !
2006-07-20 07:27:18 · answer #1 · answered by SpongebobRoundpants 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Although not a traditional tranqulizer, DIAZEPAM has similar effects but is proported to have fewer addictive properties.
"Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, acute alcohol withdrawal, and seizures. It is also used to relieve muscle spasms and to provide sedation before medical procedures. This medication belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines which act on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect. It works by enhancing the effects of a certain natural chemical in the body (GABA).
OTHER USES: This medication may also be used to prevent extremely bad nightmares (night terrors)."
2006-07-20 07:00:23 · answer #2 · answered by SugarByte 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Diazepam is basically a generic form of valium. So, yes it is pretty much a tranqulizer.
Diazepam is in a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. Diazepam affects chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause anxiety, seizures, and muscle spasms.
Diazepam is used to relieve anxiety, nervousness, and tension associated with anxiety disorders. It is also used to treat certain types of seizure disorders and muscle spasms.
Side effects:
If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking diazepam and seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately:
an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, face, or tongue; or hives);
sores in the mouth or throat;
yellowing of the skin or eyes;
a rash;
hallucinations or severe confusion; or
changes in your vision.
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take diazepam and talk to your doctor if you experience
drowsiness, dizziness, or clumsiness;
depression;
nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or constipation;
difficulty urinating;
vivid dreams;
headache;
dry mouth;
decreased sex drive; or
changes in behavior.
2006-07-20 07:23:55 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. It's also a smooth muscle relaxer. Diazepam is exactly the same thing as Valium.
2006-07-20 06:59:26 · answer #4 · answered by cyanne2ak 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is not very addictive.
Everyone I know has taken them including me.
It is a tranquilizer and Valium is a more common name.
It can be used to get over alcoholism or to just relax you.
I find them effective and like them in moderation.
I can find no after effects.
2006-07-20 06:59:48 · answer #5 · answered by Texas Cowboy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes..very close. It slows down your nervous system. The brand name of the drug is Valium if you don't already know...It is used for ppl with anxiety.
It is also used to relieve the symptoms of acute alcohol withdrawal, to relax muscles, to relieve the uncontrolled muscle movements caused by cerebral palsy and paralysis of the lower body and limbs, to control involuntary movement of the hands, to relax tight, aching muscles, and it can even, along with other medications, help treat convulsive disorders (i.e. epilepsy)
2006-07-20 07:01:37 · answer #6 · answered by Josh 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes and very addictive ones ...also very sedative...cause more falls and accidents than any other class....actually by now they should be almost obolete...there are are so many other choices.
2006-07-20 06:57:40 · answer #7 · answered by dude 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋