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How could I treat my anxiety without medication?

May 18, 2012 Anxiety Discussion
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I can’t afford medication, and I don’t want to alienate my boyfriend or the other people I love with my anxiety attacks. Any suggestions?

Chosen Answer:

I suggest EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) I had extreme anxiety and used it. Not only did it help me when I began to have a panic attack, but it also helped me resolve things and understand myself better so, over time, the numbers and severity of the anxiety attacks decreased significantly. Meditation is a good suggestion as well, though it didn’t work as much for me because my mind wanders easily. I have problems focusing. Definitely look into both. This is actually Better than medication because you’re not adding all the chemicals your body doesn’t need. Take it from someone who knows that the hard way.
by: ferrisulf
on: 14th August 11

what is the difference between valium and zoloft?

April 27, 2012 Valium
3 comments

I am curious as to what is the basic difference between valium and zoloft, and their effects.

Thanks

Chosen Answer:

Valium is a “calming” drug. It attacks the nerves in your brain to produce a calming affect on your body. Used for Anxiety… withdrawal symptoms.. etc. Zoloft is more of an Anti Depressant that increases your bodies serotonin levels which increases “happiness” which also helps you sleep better, treated for OCD issues and things like that. Hope that helps! Here is more info on it…Hope this helps!
by: Chels
on: 2nd August 11

What is the most grams of Valium someone here has taken and how was it?

March 14, 2012 Valium
5 comments

I am asking to know how much Valium someone has taken straight and what were the effects? could you also please state your age if possible.
YES I KNOW ABOUT all the side effects etc. so please no posts from all you anti-valium activists who always post on the valium questions as much b.s. as you can think of wen you have no experience!

Chosen Answer:

I used to be an ER doctor before opening my own practice and I have seen people take over 100 of the 10 mg Valium and survive (with assistance of course), But I can only say that everyone of those patients took only Valium orally, not mixed with anything else. I have seen as few as 50 mg be lethal in combination with other medicines. Don’t play around with your life!
PS; I don’t think Valium is a safe drug for much of anything and I no longer even prescribe it as there are safer alternatives on the market!
by: cuban friend
on: 19th February 07

What’s the difference between the drug Valium & Xanax? Are they both tranquilizers? Whats the difference?

March 4, 2012 Valium
2 comments

I suffer from Depression and Panic attacks, I have tryed Xanax and am wondering about the affects of Valium? I hear people who are stressed out say “I need a valium”

Chosen Answer:

They are in the same category of drug, which is the anti-anxyolitic (they are used to moderate anxiety). Valium is older and comes in doses of 2 mg., 5 mg. and 10 mg. Xanax is newer and comes in smaller doses. Xanax may be more addicting, but they both work well for treating panic attacks. The problem is, they don’t work indefinitely at the same dose (the body builds a tolerance for them), and you should avoid drinking alcohol while taking them, as this could result in a black out or in serious problems with judgment (especially around heavy machinery).
by: gawainer
on: 30th May 06

How can I overcome social anxiety in order to ride the bus to the psychiatrist?

February 13, 2012 Anxiety Discussion
2 comments

I have really bad anger issues and social anxiety, and depression problems. I used to be on meds but I’m not anymore, and the symptoms are back. Im 20 and I cant be depending on my mom for rides. How can I take a bus or train without having a panic attack? People think I’m lazy because I only want rides, it angers me because that is not the case at all. Please help.

Chosen Answer:

Don’t look at anyone, and imagine you’re in your own little world, even thought that sounds crazy. Just ignore it and count to ten everytime you panic.
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on: 12th August 11

Is it possible to take homeopathic remedies with Valium at the same time?

February 5, 2012 Valium
3 comments

It is for performance anxiety – have tried Gelsemium before but wondering could I take it with 5mg Valium to make sure. Have huge presentation to give and super nervous.

Chosen Answer:

Homeopathic remedies basically don’t have any interactions with drugs, so as long as your doctor prescribed the Valium to you and you’ve used it before (just to make sure you know how your body responds), you should have no problem at all.
by: oldtimekid2
on: 30th April 09

doctors can you tell me the difference between anti anxiety pills and valium?

January 19, 2012 Valium
4 comments

i thought they have the same effect ,does valium just relax you or take the edge off?under what circumstances can you request valium on prescription from a doctor?thanks

Chosen Answer:

Valium (diazepam) is a benzodiazepine and as such is one of the drugs used to treat anxiety disorders. There are other classes of drugs also used to treat these disorders, as well. You can always ask, but your doctor may think another class of drug is more appropriate, or if he chooses a benzodiazepine he may think another in the class is a better choice. Asking specifically for Valium is likely to look something like a kid throwing a fit for mom to buy him a toy, considering how little you know about the treatment options, mechanisms of action, and adverse effect profiles. The doctor is, after all, the expert here. That’s why he’s the one with the prescription pad.
by: John de Witt
on: 18th July 10

Why is there such a stigma against Valium?

January 16, 2012 Valium
5 comments

I have taken Xanax, Klonopin, Zoloft and Prozac amongst other drugs..but recently got on Valium and find it the least “addictive” of all those drugs. I’ve also done a lot of online research.
I have found Klonopin the hardest of all the drugs too get off of.

Chosen Answer:

There is much less stigma against diazepam…LOL.

Dummies have learned to associate “Valium”‘ with “tranquilizer” and we all know that tranquilizers are only used by degenerates who want to get high. If they had any moral fiber, they wouldn’t need to pop pills. No, its better for people to go nuts and wear down their bodies with stress than get hooked on some pill!! Haven’t you heard?

Seriously, Xanax is the worst benzodiazepine, in my not very humble opinion.

I think Warren means Quaalude (Methaqualone), not Valium.
Benzodiazepines have a very safe index (difference between effective and lethal dose). Methaqualone is completely different. Combining it with alcohol was often deadly. No so with benzodiazepines.
by: Ren Hoek
on: 7th April 08

Whats the difference between bromzepam and valium?

December 28, 2011 Valium
2 comments

I was given bromazepam by a doctor to take on a flight as I am scared of flying, I am usually given valium, what is the difference?
Bromazepam, not diazepam

Chosen Answer:

bromazepam is a derivative of a group of drugs called benzodiazepines, used for anxiety, insomnia, alcohol withdrawl. it’s not available in the us as it’s potentially more addictive than traditional benzos.

valium is also a benzo derivative, available in the us, used for the same plus may have an antiseizure, antipsychotic, and antidepressant effect. carries the same risks as other benzodiazepines but may not be as potentially harmful.

the two drugs are very similar in structure but vary ever so slightly.
by: pete54409
on: 7th April 07

What symptoms must a person exhibit to be prescribed valium?

December 17, 2011 Valium
3 comments

I need to know what symptoms a person must have to be prescribed valium for my chemistry project.
Hey “Hilary” go annoy someone else.

Chosen Answer:

This will all depending on the prescribing doctor if they would prescribe this med. It is kinda of hard to just say I have the following and then that drug would be given such there are others that might be suggested to be used before trying this one.

Used to treat agitation, shakiness, and hallucinations during alcohol withdrawal and to relieve certain types of muscle pain.
by: kytteneyes
on: 28th May 10

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