Diazepam User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

• Elect...
• July 1, 2015

Valium (diazepam) for Anxiety "I used to be on Valium back in the 90s when it was easier to get for panic attacks and PTSD, and when the narcotics laws changed, I got off of them because my family doctor wouldn’t give them to me. Panic attacks started happening again when I have a thyroid disorder. Now I’m seeing a psychiatrist to get them again, and they have given me part of my life back. Before seeing a psychiatrist, my doctor tried me on multiple different SSRIs, and none of them worked. SSRIs gave me ED. Valium has only one side effect to me, and that is just being drowsy for an hour or so. Valium is a life-saver."

• marie
• November 29, 2020

Valium (diazepam) for Muscle Spasm "I had severe neck tightness 5 days ago, and Aleve did not help. I finally fell asleep, but the next day I could not move my head more than an inch without severe shooting pain. Even texting hurt - the nurse where I live prescribed Baclofen, which did not help at all - still shooting pain, no movement. So I called a surgeon, and he said Valium is the best for muscle spasms. I asked the nurse practitioner to prescribe it, but she would not (no controlled substances). These strong drugs are for a reason!! I was in excruciating pain till I got the Valium and acetaminophen filled (from another county). The pain and tightness noticeably lessened by the end of the day. The next day, yesterday, I did not need the pain reliever, just the Valium. It is the BEST for muscle spasms, and I only took half a dose today. I will be saving them for when I have another serious ailment, and doctors won't prescribe!!!"

• Jeff...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• January 14, 2017

For Anxiety "I try to avoid taking Valium and only use it as a last resort if physical techniques (progressive relaxation, breathing control, etc.) don't work. At most, I have never taken more than two 5mg tablets in a day. I find that on an empty stomach, the effects are felt within 10-15 minutes and it certainly calms things down mostly. In my anxiety state, I get a dreadful feeling in the pit of my stomach followed by chest tightness and also the inevitable irrational thoughts, even though I know they are irrational. The Valium seems to smooth it out and there is that calmness which blocks crazy thoughts (claustrophobia is one of them, being trapped, worrying about inconsequential things, playing out what-if scenarios... completely irrational stuff)."

• Monkey
• Taken for 10 years or more
• June 8, 2020

For Anxiety "Unfortunately, I was put on Valium 48 years ago as I was told by my GP I had a nervous stomach. After 3 years, I had an ovarian cyst that burst, so I had the cyst and ovary removed. Heyho, after the operation, I didn't have stomach ache, so I stopped taking Valium. But then I had panic attacks, shakes, and agoraphobia. I went to my GP, who told me you must always take Valium or you will end up in a mental health facility. I have tried on occasions to cut down and stop them. Side effects: shaking, tight band around head, throat, huge weight loss, bedridden. For a long time, I have taken 25mg daily. I wouldn't want anyone to take them regularly, I don't want others to suffer. After having osteoporosis, spine fractures x 3, etc., I have needed opioids, but only had 1 when desperate as I know how addictive they are."

• Jersey...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 28, 2019

For Muscle Spasm "I suffer from chronic pain every day, and there are days when I can't get out of bed. I have interstitial cystitis, pelvic floor dysfunction, spinal stenosis, and herniated discs, and now the doctors are saying I have neurologic problems. The pain every day keeps me from functioning in my life. The simplest things are so painful for me. I was given Valium for the pelvic floor dysfunction, and it seemed to relax the nerves and help a great deal. I only take one if I'm very bad that day. There aren't any other medications I want to take because of the big hype about getting addicted. My doctors said there's not much they can do for me since I have this autoimmune disease. I have to live my life, so if this medication is prescribed and it helps some, then this is my only alternative. If someone can come up with better advice, I would gladly take it. I hate drugs, but I have to do what my doctor says, or what's the sense of going to him."

• sincl...
• June 10, 2014

For Muscle Spasm "I tried all the muscle relaxant medicines, then my pain management doctor introduced me to diazepam. The spasms in my legs and fusioned area of my back disappeared overnight. The way I know it works is because if I don't take it, the symptoms reappear."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 10, 2023

Valium (diazepam) for Anxiety "Valium has helped me more than any other anxiety or antidepressants I have taken since 1995. I have always looked at a situation and seen the danger, and it affected my ability to enjoy most activities. My anxiety put stress on my marriage and my parenting. I was constantly afraid or paranoid of danger and accidents. I take 10mg 2 to 3 times a day. I occasionally get tired but have no other side effects. I am more relaxed and less stressed concerning accidents. Xanax, Klonopin, and Gabapentin did not work for me. I do take 2 other antidepressants for Major Depressive Disorder."

• Brandon
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 15, 2015

Valium (diazepam) for Anxiety "Other than drowsiness for about 45 minutes after taking it, great medicine! Works in like 10 minutes, so if I feel a panic attack coming on, I take my dosage and before I know it I'm calm. It enables me to go into mass public places and can go into crowded restaurants with my family. Valium has given me a huge part of my life back. I know most doctors are against it because dope heads have abused this type of drug. You can only get it from a psychiatrist now, but it saved my social life so I see the shrink monthly! Thanks, Valium"

• SJC
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 16, 2021

For Muscle Spasm "I was on diazepam for a couple of months, then my doctor was switched and I was taken off because it was a benzo! I have bipolar disorder, osteoarthritis, and a possible autoimmune disorder. The pain that I started to suffer in my upper thighs at night was unbearable. Then I started to get terrible muscle spasms in my feet and calf muscles, so bad that one night my husband had to call the ambulance and I was rushed to the hospital. Finally, I got a new specialist and he immediately put me back on diazepam, explaining that it helps with anxiety, thus helps to relax muscles. I am now on 15 mg, working my way up to 20 mg, and for the first time in months, I have not had a muscle spasm and have been able to start to sleep. I am a 52-year-old woman and have my own business. I thought I was going to have to stop working. This drug is given a bad reputation, but used properly, it is a lifesaver!!"

• patient...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• June 29, 2015

For Anxiety "I have had anxiety all of my adult life, and at times I have been almost crippled through panic attacks and nervous tension. I have tried nearly every benzodiazepine available, and for myself diazepam is by far the most effective, safe and trusted. It is also a very good 'all-rounder' tranquilizer, useful for anxiety, panic, insomnia, muscle tension through worry, tension headaches and irritable bowel syndrome induced through anxiety. I have never become addicted despite years of use, I mostly take diazepam only when required, but several times when going through a particularly bad period of anxiety and depression I have taken it regularly for several weeks and I didn't experience withdrawal upon discontinuation."

• Jem
• Taken for 10 years or more
• September 25, 2019

For Muscle Spasm "I have a form of muscular dystrophy, and this is the only drug that will stop my spasms. I've been on it when needed for 15+ years and would not be a working, functioning contributor to society without it. I take a very low dose when needed. I can now live life to the fullest without pain. I'm so thankful for this drug."

• Eyebe...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 27, 2019

Valium (diazepam) for Anxiety "I can’t say this medicine is horrible for everyone, but I can say that I got the unlucky end of the stick. This medicine actually made my anxiety worse! I literally felt like I was losing my mind. I couldn’t sleep at night because my fight or flight response wouldn’t stop rushing through my body, and it made me have horrible panic attacks. It got to a point I had to call the EMS because my heart rate went up to 170. I was excited to try the medicine from the reviews because I wanted the relief and calm mind, but I will never take this medicine again."

• Pamela...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• December 6, 2022

Valium (diazepam) for Anxiety "Bless the doctor who finally saw this drug as an anodyne for me. I have arterio-venous necrosis, which means my joints are collapsing due to the death of tiny blood vessels, a very painful condition causing difficulty walking and using my arms. Valium not only relieves the pain, it also calms the crippling fear of falling, which keeps me from progressing with my physical therapy after the hip replacement, which I'm finally beginning to walk again after more than 2 and a half years on the Rollator. It allows me to sleep, it blots out social anxiety, and it prevents nausea and muscle spasms. I call it my anodyne... it is THE medicine for me. If I am addicted to it, so be it. I'm addicted to having a livable quality of life! Thank you, Diazepam!"

• Big...
• September 14, 2011

Valium (diazepam) for Muscle Spasm "I'm a 32-year-young woman, who at the age of 11 was diagnosed with a severe spine disorder (scoliosis). It was also affecting my vertebrae, they were turning in, causing my ribs to crush my lungs. My doctor said I had a year or so to live. I was slowly suffocating. So at 12 years old, I had 2 Harrington rods put in on each side of my spine, from neck to tush! The pain then wasn't too bad, from what I remember, but now at 32 some days I can't even move (winter in Idaho). However, 2 years ago I started using diazepam, and at first, I slept a lot. As time has passed, I have a great life. I myself cannot play sports, but I can sit on a metal bench for 3 to 4 hours and enjoy watching my 4 boys play sports. Take as prescribed and tell your doctor if it's not helping."

• Tomas
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 29, 2020

For Anxiety "It is a wonder drug for me. I had severe anxiety symptoms and they weren't passing by taking a hot bath, chamomile tea, and CBD oil. So the doctor prescribed diazepam. Two pills in one day and I feel almost anxiety-free. No longer debilitating anxiety, and now I can be relaxed because if anxiety strikes again, I can take it again, until my AD starts working. I no longer need to be in the hospital to get good anxiety medication. I can do this on my own at home. Fast-acting, longer duration than Xanax, completely different feeling from Xanax. I like diazepam more."

• Mel
• February 23, 2016

Valium (diazepam) for Anxiety "Used for 17 years, worked well at first but needed increased doses as I became tolerant. Held the same dose for the past 7 years then suddenly became acutely anxious and agoraphobic, dose was increased again but the only result was awful unsteadiness on my feet. Finally, I was told that some people get withdrawal symptoms even while taking the same dose, and it seems that is the problem I have. Never been this ill in my life and now I face having to taper off it which scares me. My experience and opinion is it was fine short term but long term caused me more problems than it ever solved."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• October 4, 2018

Valium (diazepam) for Muscle Spasm "It is the only thing that works for me when my back flares up and still allows me to function mentally so I can work. I’ve taken it off and on as needed during flare-ups for years with no side effects or withdrawal when I discontinue. I don’t leave home without it just in case!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• July 15, 2013

For Muscle Spasm "Diazepam works wonders for taking away muscle spasm type pain in my legs due to proximal tibiofibular instability issues. It also helps with my intermittent piriformis syndrome (butt pain) after I have sat down too much. No gastrointestinal side effects. No problem to take when needed on an empty stomach. Ever since having some diazepam, there is never a need for hydrocodone pain medicine."

• Maggi...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• January 25, 2019

For Anxiety "I have suffered with anxiety all my life because of a difficult upbringing. Dad was away a lot in the Army. My first husband used to beat me up, and my second husband was mean and kept me in the house. I turned to the Diazepams, I was given Valium, and it helped a lot. I'm now almost 70 and still taking it."

• Jonat...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 6, 2022

Valium (diazepam) for Anxiety "There is nothing to treat anxiety like Valium/Diazepam - that the Federal government and the states issued laws that put a chilling effect on doctors to prescribe it is so unfortunate. They legalize marijuana and create a black market for excellent medications for anxiety/insomnia. They have created a black market for these medications at a time when fentanyl overdose is rampant in these United States."

• anon
• April 12, 2024

Valium (diazepam) for Anxiety "Valium is the best drug for me for spasms in my neck and shoulder, and for anxiety as well. It is rated the highest on drugs.com. Many consumers think it is effective. Some of the best medications are being blackballed by the DEA and the CDC. Patients don't believe the propaganda against Valium. It is not sedating for me and is one of the most effective medications I have taken. The pain clinic might tell you there are better drugs for muscle spasms. Patients don't believe a lot of what pain clinics say. The pain clinic employees should concentrate on treating pain, not causing pain and not trying to police patients. They have hurt many patients, and that is unacceptable."

• Donna
• December 15, 2020

Valium (diazepam) for Anxiety "Due to many life events over 25 years, I live with PTSD and debilitating anxiety at unexpected intervals. Was tried on antidepressant medication with horrible side effects and not much of a primary effect. What has proven very effective is a low dose of Valium only when needed, along with psychological support, exercise, and a healthy diet. Valium turned my life around, is by script only and not taken daily. Even just knowing it is there as needed removes some anxiety without needing to take it. Young, inexperienced doctors are less likely to prescribe it. Wise and worldly doctors will monitor the dosage and regularity of scripts as well as making Valium just one part of a holistic treatment in the short term. At times, I could not leave my condo, yet with a broad and experienced approach to PTSD and severe anxiety, my life, sleep, social interaction, and personal discipline have normalized for the better. It is a gentle drug, unlike other drugs in its family that are stronger and highly addictive."

• pcush
• Taken for 10 years or more
• March 23, 2013

Valium (diazepam) for Meniere's Disease "I have had vertigo/Meniere's since 2003, and Valium seems to be the only medicine that helped me. It takes the edge off of the dizzy feeling and the frustration that goes along with it. My experience is different than most, I get dizzy when chopping veggies, washing dishes, and sometimes driving on roads with hills (there aren't many where I live, thank God!). But it comes and goes and happens almost every day. I think I would probably freak out if my doctor said I couldn't take it anymore."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 16, 2016

Valium (diazepam) for Muscle Spasm "During my cancer treatment, Valium was prescribed to me for muscle spasms. It only took about 10 minutes to start working. It has done the job very well for me. I've been able to do my physical therapy with minimal pain, and soon hope to be pain-free!"

• Alfaa
• September 8, 2016

Valium (diazepam) for Alcohol Withdrawal "This is the second time I am taking diazepam for alcohol withdrawal. It helps me relax, be less anxious, stopped my trembles, overall it helped a lot. I do feel quite tired though, I hope I will be able to fall asleep. The pills saved my day. I found 5 mg to be too small a dosage for me. Good luck out there!"