Has anybody had an experience taking Valium on an airplane to calm nerves?  Does it work?
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Valium is definitely stronger than Xanax, but I'm not sure it'll really work any better than drinking a bottle of champagne. Everyone is different on every drug. \n\nI recommend taking it one day when you don't have anywhere else to be and just seeing how it reacts with your system first. The stress of your fear will make it vary on the day of the actual plane trip, but at least you'll have an idea.\n\nP.S. Definitely do not take Valium and vodka as someone recommended. Alcohol and Valium make a very bad combination and could cause heart failure or extensive liver damage, neither of which is worth it. (Yes, people do it every day and live, but it's not worth the risk.)
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I also take Clonazepam, 2 tabs per day.  Do not even attempt to try to turn it into an intravenous med.  You will kill yourself.  Instead please go back to your doctor and explain your situation and ask for a second benzo diazapine to be added.  Some like Valium would work well for you as it is long acting like Clonazepam.  If your doctor will not do this then find a doctor who will.  Take care!!
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I'm a dentist.\n\nHalcion is a benzodiazepine called triazolam, which is now a fairly common medication for dentists to give for anxiolysis.  Benzodiazepines include commonly known medications like Ativan (lorazepam), Valium (diazepam), and Xanax (alprazolam).  Many dentists like to titrate oral doses of triazolam to desired anxiolysis.  The typical oral dose of triazolam will not make you sleep, but it can make you a little drousy.  No two patients respond exactly the same to any medication.\n\nNitrous oxide is a general anesthetic which, fortunately, rarely induces sleep.  I don't think anyone knows specifically how it works, but it certainly works to calm patients when given at the proper doses.  Believe it or not, anesthesiologists use nitrous oxide in operating rooms in conjunction with far more potent general anesthetics that readily produce loss of consciousness.\n\nWith triazolam and nitrous together, you may sleep or you may not.  Getting you to sleep, however, is most certainly not your dentist's goal (or, at least, it shouldn't be).
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No.  Valerian root is prepared from a native North American herb, Valerianus oficinalis.  Valium generic name "diazepam"), on the other hand, is a "benzodiazepine", a synthetic sedative and skeletal muscle relaxant.  They are both sedative, but they have different mechanisms of action.  Valerian root has no skeletal muscle effect, and does not interfere with memory like Valium.  I don't know of any study that has shown that people become dependent upon or addicted to valerian, but it happens that people do become dependent upon benzodiazepines.  The effect of valerian root is not made worse if taken with alcohol, the same is NOT true of Valium.\n  Both are sedative, both have anti-seizure activity, but the two are chemically quite different and have different safety profiles.
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In addition to all of the answers that you have gotten already I wanted to suggest making sure that you have reliable transportation to and from the dentist's office (preferably a family member or close friend).  With that dosage of valium it could be dangerous if you tried to drive yourself.  Good luck!  You should be in no pain tomorrow!
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I have a Masters Degree in biology, and have suffered from depression and anxiety for many years. I have used countless medicines in treatment and am very aware of addictive medications and/or poor judgement or incompetent physicians that lead patients into troubled waters.\n\nValium is without any doubt not a drug to take for any extended period....at a dose of four per day, one week is pushing it. If you have been taking 4 per day for more than a few weeks, immediately get a second opinion. Before doing so, try skipping one or two doses of valium when u start ur day. You will likely feel anxieity and nervousness to a far greater degree than when u started valium. Depending on the severity of your addiction, sudden withdrawal may cause severe headaches, abdominal pain, etc., and severe cravings for the medicine.\n\nYou are facing trouble. Without delay, see a board certified psychiatrist rather than a general practictioner as sedatives, anxiety, and the expertise needed to relieve valium addiction safely and painlessly is characteristically their ballgame.\n\nAttempting withdrawal on your own can be an utter horror. \nA competent physician can provide you with non-addictive drugs that yield the same results as valium, and you will surely bid your worries goodbye.\nBest of luck.\nBill k.     studiocentral@kuntzvisuals.com
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of course, talk to your Dr. about it... but it will help you to relax... Valium sounds like a major strong drug.. and i suppose it could be in large doses, but its actually not a hard/zonk you out drug in small doses... sounds like you might need that or some tranzene or something to help you with the peaks of anxiety you are suffering...   your hormones might still be out of whack with having a baby 6 mo. ago...   talk to your Dr.,  if he is anything like mine, he will let you try some diff.things to get a grip on it... anxiety and sleeplessness is not fun. its 2006 and you should not have to suffer,  medication is so helpful but you don't want to become dependent if you can help it..    good luck and feel better soon.   j
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Let me get this straight.....You're taking 12 milg of Xanax before you get on the plane?  Or, you're bringing 12milg with you?  I would make sure I have the pharmacy bottle with your name on it.  They checked my son's bottle which was in his carry on.
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Valerian root is a very good choice for helping you sleep.  It is actually the plant that Valium is derived from.  You can get the capsules from any health food store or other herb supplier.  It doesn't work well with anxiety though. \nFor anxiety I would try St. John's Wort.  That is an all-natural anti-depressant and anti-anxiety herb.  This can also be picked up at the same places as Valerian Root.\nAs for dosages it will vary depending on your specific needs.  You can look at the suggested dosages and go from there.
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about 10-15 minutes after takingit, i feel a rush of calm.  thats it.  and i only use it for panic attacks or extreme anxiety.
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I have had fibro for twenty years now and I can tell you from my personal experience, pain medications do not work. I have tried everything up to Fentynl patches with Actiq suckers. The amount of pain medication that I require is too toxic to my system. After being on pain meds my liver function was consistent with Hepatitis induced from drugs, I had Type II diabetes, high blood pressure, rotting teeth, and terrible bowel problems from the pain meds shutting down my gut. I awoke one day with paramedics looking over me with my husband. I had come out of a seizure (which I'd never had before) and a temp of 107.5. Scary. Moral of the story, pain medication is not effective in Fibro pain treatment because if increasing resistance to the medication it builds up to toxic levels. You are really better off taking a good muscle relaxant (I am on Zanaflex)\n\nAs far as insomnia, first have a Sleep Study performed. Mine was ordered by a Neurologist This will tell you what is happening when and if you sleep. For instance I found out that I had three types of insomnia: chronic, initial (can't fall asleep), and maintenance can't stay asleep). I also get no REM sleep which explains the extreme fatigue. You can then work with your doctor to address your problems. \n\nThe fibro fog can be from medication side effects &/or the bodies concentration on the pain signals it is constantly receiving. I believe the fog is a combination of both and it is genuine. Sometimes I can't find words to say that I speak all the time. Or I forget things a lot. My computer calendar has helped tremendously. A study was performed to explain why we feel so much pain. You can find it at http://www.fibrohugs.com/article.php?story=20040301120311535\nThe increased pain response kicks our bodies into the "fight or flight response". Medscape explains that pain alerts the central nervous system to the presence of a major stressor to the body; one that demands a response. Pain experiences are typically accompanied by systemic responses similar to those that characterize the "fight or flight" dynamic. These responses are caused by the involuntary release of norepinephrine and adrenaline, which causes increased mental alertness, muscle tone, respiratory rate, heart rate, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels. Facilitated clotting factor, shunting of blood from the viscera to skeletal muscles, increased visual acuity, and sweating also occur when catecholamines are released. The "flight or fight" response, although clearly beneficial to the endangered organism, can be a threat to the individual with chronic pain. Further, the level of high acuity and anxiety commonly associated with the "flight or fight" response is often caused by the anticipation of a painful event rather than the actual "experience" of one.\n\nTry taking warm baths in Epson Salt. It contains Magnesium Magnesium allows oxygen into your muscles, reducing cramping and spasms. Consult your doctor or a nutritionist to have your Magnesuim level checked- it is a simpe mouth swab and not painful. If you have a low level, which most people with Fibro do have, take Magnesium and Malic Acid supplements. There are a few studies listed below that explain the rationale of using the combination in treatment of Fibro. \n\nTry eliminating Monsodium Glutamate from your diet. I did and some of my symptoms (chronic headaches and nausea) went away. It is in everything from Doritos to chicken soup. A few key finding's of an FDA study found MSG to cause a "burning sensation in the back of the neck, forearms and chest". \n\nIf you need adjustments try to see a D.O. that is familiar with Firbro instead of a chiropractor. In my opinion Chiropractors tend to be a little more violent in their adjustments and can cause more pain in your soft tissue. D.O.s do a more passive adjustment.\n\nBefore you exercise make sure you really stretch out and breathe de
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OH can I answer this! I have been on "that medication" for quite some time also..but there is hope...go to walgreens and get Valerian Root...it is the natural ingredient found in Valium. It is totally safe. I am a medical Asst for a doctor, who is really into herbs etc. I promise you will feel great and the withdrawls you are experiencing will stop. you do not need a prescription, it is over the counter. look it up online you will see
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Not usually.  Since people respond differently to meds, it would be a good idea to call your pharmacist about side effects of valium and then call your doctor.   The symptoms you describe may be due to medication or something else entirely.  Only your doctor can check out your response.
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I think you are going the wrong road about this...try thinking on the lines of what can I do to help myself not needing these drugs....the Valium is a short term measure to help you cope...try to re -build your life so that you can manage happily without drugs...( I didn't know you could get liquid Valium)
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Ativan is benzodiazepine with an action similar to diazepam  (valium), valium is the same but allows skeletal and mental relaxation it's for sedation and anxiety.\n\nUsually for anxiety ativan you would take orally 2-3mg or 2-4mg for a premedication before surgery for sedation.\n\nValium usually is taken 2mg orally 3 times a day. 15mg for pre medication IV.\n\nIt depends on the action you require over which time frame to which is stronger valium has a quicker effect in a shorter time so to answer your question if both drugs are taken at the same time valium would kick arse.\n\nPS I have to be responsible and tell you not to take it if its not prescribed for you.
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Seriquil is referred as mind glue in some circles.. because it slows down your thought process and helps you think clearer and can help you sleep. so if you have racing thoughts etc its suppose to be workable.works for me but u have to get the right dosage.  klonopin is a benzo which is a valum (sp) calms you down helps you sleep etc. hope this helps.