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I have suffered with anxiety, and feelings of panic for over 20 yrs. This is the best, most effective medicine for me. I can still drive, work, and carry on a normal life. But I will have to remain on it the rest of my life. All pshcho's would tell me is take a deep breath, take a walk, read a book, find your happy place. None of these things worked. Most Dr.s dont want to give out anxiety meds. B...

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copared to real valuem they suck

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Morgan | 19-24 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
1/2/2024
Condition: Seizures with Breaks in Consciousness & Other Symptoms
Overall rating 5.0
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Since I have been taking Diazepam it stopped my seizures. I am currently on other seizure medication. The Diazepam in my case is what completely stopped my seizures. I take this medication for seizure use, but yes I do see why people say it’s good for anxiety and it is, but I’m not taking any more than I absolutely have to! Love how the medicine works! I even have a family member that takes this medicine too! I have been currently taking this medicine for almost a year!

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Anonymous |
10/13/2023
Condition: Anxious
Overall rating 5.0
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Works perfect but addicting. Don’t ever take an addiction drug unless you have too. Ever.

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Taper Me | 25-34 | Male | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
7/22/2023
Condition: Other
Overall rating 4.3
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C-PTSD: Diazepam Taper: I have taken Benzos for 7+ years. I am Clonaz/Diazepam. (4Mg Clonaze to 60mg Diaze) I switched to Diazepam because of it's long half-life. I am trying to stop/reduce to at least 40mg. I want to stop completely. It is more than hard. It takes some serious mental strength. Especially when everyone around does not understand. Thankfully I have a doctor who knows how dangerous Benzo W/D's can be... He's helping me by prescribing five 10mg and five 2mg = 60mg. He's expecting it to take years. Even 1mg reductions had me craving for more after 5 days at 59Mg. I had to buy a pill splitter. To split the 2mgs into even 1/4rs. I previously tried to reduce by having twelve, 5 Mg tablets daily. Reducing by 2.5mg every 2-3 weeks. (That did not work. The combination of 10% variability of potency with generic drugs + 12 tablets made it a roller coaster.) Five, 10 Mg tablets + five, 2 Mg tablets daily is the same dose. It is much smoother because 10% of 10mg is 1mg. X5= A deviation of 5Mg in a 50mg dose. Compared to 10% of twelve 5mg, 0.5Mg X 12= A possible 6mg Dose difference while taking 60mg. Sometimes it was like I was taking eleven 5mg tablets, and having serous W/D's. Taking what should be 60mg. There is a difference in generic doses. I've been on them so long. I asked my Dr. he said, I am one of his patients who has taken Benzo's for the longest time. Probably why reducing my a mere 1mg I find uncomfortable. It's going to be a slow taper. Thank goodness my Dr. is experienced and not rushing me. In fact he's telling me to slow down, and put less pressure on myself. I take APO-Diazepam. It's the only generic available where I live. I prefer PMS. (brand)Read More Read Less

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Amanda | 45-54 | Female | Patient
6/20/2023
Condition: Inducing of a Relaxed Easy State
Overall rating 1.0
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It was given to me for a dental procedure and the pill I took the night before put me into the worst panic attack I've had. I will never take this drug again, I will stick with my normal klonopin that doesn't cause these issues.

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Clonaz/Diazepam | 25-34 | Male | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
4/23/2023
Condition: Other
Overall rating 4.0
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I experience PTSD symptoms. (I'm Diagnosed) I was taking Clonazepam T.I.D. for 6 years, but it's effect's dropped-off rapidly. I kept a timer to take a dose every 8 Hours. If I forgot a dose, within hours I went into withdrawal. I am young 30's, slim/ healthy BMI, not much body fat, But a healthy weight. For my height. 5'11/12". 125-135 Lbs depending on holiday season! Mostly muscle, I'm not weak. Once I was 110Lbs... Yikes! I looked like a ghoul. I lowered my Clonazepam from 4Mg to 3Mg... That was hellish. Asked my doctor to switch me to Diazepam. Because of the longer half-life/ reduced withdrawals. Now I take 20mg, 10mg and 30mg at night. (60mg Diazepam daily) Starting with 30Mg Diazepam 1.5mg Clonazepam for a month. Then 60mg Diazepam. Easy transition. Instead of 1.5mg/1mg/1.5mg. (4mg) Self tapered to 3mg...1.25mg, 0.5mg, 1.25mg (Clonazepam) Diazepam's major effects are shorter acting than Clonazepam. 5-7 Hours V.S. 6-9 Hours for me. But Diazepam wavers down over 12+ hours. More like 3 days. Clonazepam, for me... felt like it was "gone" in 24 hours. Though it was in my system. I didn't feel it after a day. Diazepam, doesn't drop like a rock after 10 hours, and hit me with crippling withdrawals. I CAN forget a dose, or take one if I remember. Without waiting over an hour for withdrawal relief. Not for the elderly or those who metabolize differently. It seems my metabolism is fast. Diazepam is a life saver, compared to Clonazepam. Faster acting, longer acting, NO DEPRESSION. It does make you drowsier. I can see why 60Mg is the max dose for anxiety. I should not drive any heavy equipment! Diazepam, the 2nd medically approved Benzo. Best for tapering. Not too potent. Comes in small doses, 2mg. (Split that into 1/4rs for reduction.) A wide range of effects/receptor action, to help transfer's from other Benzo's. I don't think I could function without it. I am still terrorized by nightmares and hyper-vigilance. 10+ years after the major traumatic event. Diazepam > Clonazepam and other Benzo's I've tried. (Lorazepam, Alprazolam, Oxaxepam Clonazepam and Diazepam) Grey-market Benzos. False presses. Grey market Alprazolam/lorazepam/Benzo analogues. Thienotriazolodiazepine's [Etizolam]...(possible opiates) STAY AWAY!!! I had I had a friend O.D/./die from "Percocet" filled with fentanyl. Long term, for sleep/anxiety/Hyper-vigilance/insomnia/flashbacks/night terrors. Diazepam is my drug of choice. It's not perfect. But it's better than over 6 other medication's/combinations I've tried. Please, don't start taking Benzodiazepine's until you have exhausted all options. I'm physically/mentally addicted. It's just as bad as heroin. Except you can die from Benzo W/D... It's worse than Alcohol and Delirium Tremens. Opiate W/D death's are rare/ Except for synthetic opiates like Methadone. The only positive is routine dosing. Making it seem less "addictive." I've been an alcoholic. Dying in bed for 3 days, sweating and twitching. (I had to show my doctor, I quit booze, before he would prescribe benzos) I've only taken Tylenol 3's... After the dentist. But I know GABA W/D can kill. Where as Opiate's are much less likely to cause fatal effects, during W/D. I wish "Valium" wasn't so taboo. I would have been taking it sooner. In a lower dose. But my Dr. prescribes Clonazepam as the major benzo. We started @ 2Mg then after a month to 3mg. Then 4mg. He even considered 5Mg, I said: no way. I've tried, SSRI's/SNRI's, TCA's like Amitriptyline. Anti-psychotics like Risperidone. (Risperidone made me want to commit suicide.) Offered Trazodone repeatedly. I won't take any anti-psychotics after Risperidone... But I am already hooked on GABA (Positive allosteric modulators.)... I'm not messing with my brain, anymore than possible. Diazepam is the best for me... If you are elderly or have a slower metabolism/Higher BMI. Maybe ask about Oxazepam/Shorter acting Benzo's. Consult your Doctor. !!! Low body fat affects Benzodiazepine action. (ProteiRead More Read Less

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ASB | 25-34 | Male | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
11/13/2022
Condition: Panic Disorder
Overall rating 4.7
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RXd for PTSD and Panic Disorder. I switched from 400mg Phenobarbital / 6mg Klonopin to 3mg Klonopin at detox as I was abusing barbiturates. I stayed on 3mg Klonopin for a couple years but would run out early frequently so my psychiatrist recomended 40mg Diazepam daily. I had used it successfully in the past so acquiesed. Once I comfotably swtiched I found Valium to be more effective overall for my PTSD and panic attacks. The long half life keeps a steady amount in your system so you don't get inter dose withdrawal like with Xanax or Halcion. It also has pronounced muscle relaxation effects which are a big plus. I would warn anyone that euphoria and addiction can happen with ,Valium, I'd say more so than Klonopin but less than Restoril and long term benzo use should be seriously thought about *carefully*. I've been on 40mg Valium a day for about 5 years now and I still find it effective for my Panic disorder and PTSD, it eliminates flashbacks and kills panic. I find Valium to be the best all around benzo for me personally. Read More Read Less

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Jo9161 | 35-44 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
10/22/2022
Condition: Other
Overall rating 4.7
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These work well for ptsd & pmdd. If you can get past difficult drs. Who just try putting you on harmful Anti depressants and dont care the bad effects they have even killing yourself. Valium is a life saver with way less side effects. Though weight gain has been a side effect. But they stoo my traumat8c nightmares. Psychotic episodes no more self harm and even help with PMDD which nothing in 30 years has before

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BenzoBenny | 25-34 | Male | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
9/6/2022
Condition: Muscle Spasm
Overall rating 5.0
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This medication has been so beneficial in several ways. I suffer from muscular dystrophy, neuropathy, and debilitating anxiety. I have tried many medications, including other benzodiazepines, and diazepam works the best! Very sedating at first but once I got used to that my quality of life has greatly improved. I take 10mgs up to 3-4 times daily as needed. I started on this medicine and dosage a bit less than a decade ago and it still works great and I have no desire to abuse it. I'm grateful I have a great doctor as these meds can be hard to obtain alot of times.Read More Read Less

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E-6 | 45-54 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
8/12/2022
Condition: Inducing of a Relaxed Easy State
Overall rating 5.0
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The VA diagnosed severe PTSD with gunshot wounds that spasmed. This med helped me with both problems. It calmed me (I developed a startle reflex) and it reduced muscle spasms at wound site. For me best med so far. I need not search further. DON'T mix with alcohol or other depressants/seditives. Believe me, if you do trouble awaits. Otherwise, relaxed, calm disposition has been achieved.

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K | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
5/22/2022
Condition: Muscle Spasm
Overall rating 4.3
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I have been having neck pain for a few months now. It has progressed to the point where I am having severe problems in the right side of my neck my right shoulder and my right scapula. I have tried baclofen a long time ago which helped back then. I tried Flexeril which to the absolutely nothing for me. I then tried Zanaflex 4 mg which worked for me however I must have aggravated the injury I am putting discs and two nights ago I was watching a movie and all the sudden I had wrenching pain and swelling of the right side of my body muscles with a stinging burning sensation almost like if you try to step on a foot that fell sleep all throughout my scalp my entire neck my right clavicle down the right side into my right shoulder and 1/2 of my right upper arm my right breast was tingling and burning and my right upper back. I went to put clothes in a towel on and my boyfriend saw black and blue mark going from my spine horizontally across to my side I tried to stretch it out I tried everything I could including Aspercreme lidocaine a tens unit the muscle relaxants Aleve etc. I finally was told to go to the emergency room where I received 5 mg of Valium within 15 minutes I was able to lay flat. When I first walked into the ER I couldn’t even sit down because if I laid on the muscle it hurts 100 times worse I was prescribed 5 mg every six hours as needed with a two day supply I have found that I only need to take it twice a day it works absolutely wonders. I am trying not to take it unless the pain is so severe that I cannot touch the muscle so that the eight tablets will last me longer as I do not believe any physician is going to refill this medication. I believe benzodiazepines have gotten a bad reputation however when taken as directed or as needed without substance-abuse history they were extremely helpful. I was told not to take it with my anxiety medicine or with muscle relaxants and I do not need then it clears my anxiety Way much more than At and I’ve also realized that it has stopped my migraine headaches I’m not sure if this is coincidence or not. The first dose I slept like a baby and it knocked me out. Now it does make me sleepy but I cannot fall asleep however it improves my mood and is a godsend. I Read More Read Less

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Benjamin | 35-44 | Male | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years |
4/29/2022
Condition: Seizure with Loss of Normal Tone or Strength
Overall rating 3.0
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Guys, when your body goes into fight or flight mechanism. When it is scared it produces certain stress chemicals like adrenaline and cortisone. These chemicals help prime us for action but when this mechanism is over functionenong then side effects will be muscular tension. This is a side effect of anxiety. Please listen to me, and I know many of you are not going to want to hear this, bit the best remedy for all of these conditions including depression and anxiety is a good diet and regular exercise. When I mean good diet I mean, avoid processed and refined foods and cut down on stimulants. Exercise creates endorphins and dopamine which are great for anxiety. I know everyone wants a quick fix but diazepam are not good because the effectiveness of the treatment wears off after 4-8 weeks. They then become pretty much obsolete and actually do more harm to your anxiety and muscle problems than good. If you feel you really need treatment then Clonazepam is best for muscle seizures, Lorazepam for panic attacks and aprazolam for chronic anxiety. if you struggle my email is bendonagasaki8 at gmail dot com Read More Read Less

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Amy | 25-34 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years |
3/23/2022
Condition: Anxious
Overall rating 4.3
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Great for anxiety and to calm racing thoughts. What I will say though is that moderation is IMPORTANT. it's so easy to get carried away with this drug. When my dad died, I abused it and I was physically addicted. I had to slowly wean myself off because withdrawals are dangerous and really unpleasant. I'm in a good place now and I only use them if I'm really anxious or if I have bad social anxiety. If you're sensible nd take them properly then they really can be a life saver. Just don't ever drink on themRead More Read Less

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Jo9161 | 35-44 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
11/7/2021
Condition: Muscle Spasm
Overall rating 4.0
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I take for anxiety depression spasm insomnia ptsd mood swings I find it can be helpful and doesn't really have any bad side effects ( like disgusting anti depressants that make u worse). I also use to take valerian root when I can afford it which has same affect both for me can be hit & miss if they work. I have a high tolerance to things though. So I ive found on sometimes a certain dose might work for something and other days not at all.. today my anxiety was awful and I felt panicky and it wouldn't go away and I remember having panic attack few weeks ago going to shop trying to walk off. Today I put 5ml under my tongue but didn't expect it to work as its way to low for me (I get a prescription classed as 5 ml to take a day, but I just take when needed and what I jeed)after20minutes took other 5ml but nothing. So got some food watched film but still hours later was awful ( nearly gave up and got a beer) so took another 10ml and felt my panic anxiety start to ease off only obviously a side effect is it can make you sleepy had nap now and woke with no stress or anxiety. I don't like that there is so much negativity from Dr's to prescribe this. When its a lot safer option than Anti depressants which don't work & I've self harmed on numerous times. Yet Drs will throw those at you like candy . Ridiculous when a person would need to take from 2000mg at once to have overdose. They're not perfect and as I say are hit and miss but when I can push myself to use them and they do work they're Great. Can't believe how much better I feel right now all negativity is gone for today 8/10Read More Read Less

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Maggy | 25-34 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
8/12/2021
Condition: Other
Overall rating 4.7
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I am diagnosed with ADHD, PTSD, and social anxiety. I take diazepam for anxiety and muscle tension. I love it because how long the effects last, and the physical effects are great. I get severe headaches 15+ days a month, nausea from anxiety, trouble falling asleep, and muscle tension. I have tried various muscle relaxers which don't work. I also take Fioricet for my headaches but can't take that everyday. I cannot take ibuprofen anymore due to getting two ulcers. So diazepam 5mg does the trick for many of my issues. I think that it's best if you have physical issues alongside your anxiety. Because frankly it's not the best at killing anxiety. It can take a bit to kick in. I think clonazepam is better for pure mental anxiety. But for me personally, my anxiety/stress manifests itself physically in so many ways. And then I become more anxious and upset because I'm feeling physically uncomfortable. I sometimes only have to take half or even a quarter of a 5mg tablet, and I'll feel better while still being able to work. And it lasts for a very long time which is probably my favorite part. But as I said it's not the best benzo for anxiety in my opinion, I think clonazepam is better for anxiety but it doesn't help all these physical issues the same way and doesn't last anywhere near as long. Read More Read Less

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fufon5 | 35-44 | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
11/1/2019
Condition: Anxious
Overall rating 1.0
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I don't know WHY everyone loves this medication. I have tried the REAL Roche Brand Valium AND the generic and they both suck; either on high or low doses. I have severe anxiety, PTSD and symptoms of DID. My old psych. thought this was med was the messiah of benzos! The only thing that works for me is lorazepam/Ativan, Klonopin/clonazepam or Xanax/alprazolam - which I do not like taking, but will they will help my panic. I had a severe panic attack with dissociation and kept taking diazepam and waited and waited for it to work to kill the attack - it took forever. If I had any other Benzo, like lorazepam or Klonopin it would have killed the panic attack in 20 minutes. Thumps down for diazepam for me. However, everyone is different. It's supposed to be a good med to wean off other benzos.Read More Read Less

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June Lander | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
8/10/2019
Condition: Anxious
Overall rating 5.0
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I take it occasionally for periods of anxiety it really works for me

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Sam | 55-64 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
10/5/2018
Condition: Anxious
Overall rating 5.0
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Have had 10 MI s 7 stents now a stroke effective my right side I take them to relax and calm me now. It works!

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Recent Widow | 75 or over | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
4/4/2018
Condition: Chronic Trouble Sleeping
Overall rating 1.0
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Doctor order 5 mg to be taken 1/2 to 1 at bed time. Took 1/2 which did nothing so a few hours took the other 1/2. Did this for a few nights. Decided to take a whole tablet. Still couldn't sleep. Next day I could not function. Could not breathe. Ambulance came and EMT got my breathing controlled. I had trouble answering their questions. Could not read my signature when I signed their form. Three days later I am still having problems with dizziness. Afraid to drive and cannot walk far. Will see my doctor when she gets back to the office. Went back to my regular medication for depression. Was a terrible experience for me, my family and friends.Read More Read Less

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Garret | 25-34 | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
3/8/2018
Condition: Panic Disorder
Overall rating 5.0
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Best Anti Anxiety medication that I have tried. I recommend it to people who suffer from Anxiety.

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AlJane | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 10 years or more | Patient
12/1/2017
Condition: Muscle Spasm
Overall rating 5.0
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I went to the ER with severe pain in my left side under my rib cage. I also had atrial fibrillation with RVR at a rate of 170 with hypotension. I still had muscle spasms after two days in the hospital. Upon going home and trying tens, biofreeze, rest etc., I took a diazepam and the pain lessened from a 10 to a 4.

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