Tag: Valium

The Risks of Long-Term Valium Use

September 21, 2023 Avalon Malibu Staff Treatment

Valium is a type of benzodiazepine that is commonly prescribed by mental health practitioners to treat anxiety. It can be helpful in reducing alcohol withdrawal symptoms, different types of anxiety, and co-occurring conditions. However, Valium is often misused by some… Read More ›

Dangers of Valium

April 6, 2020 Avalon Malibu Opioids Prescription Drugs

Valium, or Diazepam, falls into the category of prescription drugs known as benzodiazepines. Known on the streets as benzos, these drug types have a sedating effect. In the medical world, Valium is often prescribed by doctors to help with symptoms… Read More ›

Why Valium is So Addictive

February 3, 2019 Avalon Malibu Prescription Drugs Addiction

Diazepam, otherwise known as Valium, is a benzodiazepine (often called a benzo) – a sedative, tranquilizer, and a depressant. It’s available by prescription and can help with a variety of health issues such as: muscle spasms, seizures, panic attacks and… Read More ›

How Xanax Addiction Became so Popular

October 20, 2017 Avalon Malibu Addiction Treatment

Xanax first appeared in the market in 1981, and was a follow-up medication to Valium, which also helped with anxiety and was very common during the 1970’s. What made Xanax so popular is it’s marketing of helping people with panic… Read More ›

Benzodiazepines Are Addictive

September 29, 2017 Avalon Malibu Prescription Drugs Drug Addiction

Benzodiazepines are a category of drugs including diazepam (Valium) and alprazolam (Xanax), both of which are very well-known. Benzodiazepines have been prescribed to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, panic attacks, insomnia, and other conditions. While helpful, these drugs can be incredibly… Read More ›