Understanding The Most Common Benzodiazepines

Diazepam (Valium)

Diazepam, often sold as Valium, is used to treat muscle spasms, anxiety disorders, and alcohol withdrawal symptoms. It also works to control seizures when it is combined with other medicines. Of course, children under six months old cannot take this medication. It is also unsuitable for patients with issues such as severe liver disease, sleep apnea, or myasthenia gravis. Individuals with issues breathing, epilepsy, or other mental health conditions should talk to their doctor before taking this medication! If patients with epilepsy take this medication and wish to get pregnant, they must speak to their doctor. This will ensure that they will have a smooth pregnancy!

Common side effects of this medication include feeling unsteady, dizzy, or drowsy. They can reduce their risk of falling by getting up slowly! Surprisingly, this medication interacts with grapefruit. Thus, patients must discuss how much grapefruit they can eat when taking this medication. Of course, they must avoid alcohol!