Valium information

Valium (generic name: Diazepam) is a drug of the Benzodiazepine sedative class. Valium acts on the limbic, thalmic and hypothalmic regions of the central nervous system to potentiate the effects of inhibitory neurotransmitters.

There is no actual difference between Valium and Diazepam. Diazepam is the generic form of Valium which is the name brand manufactured by Roche.

Valium is mainly available in tablets; the 2mg tablet is white, the 5mg tablet is yellow, and the 10mg tablet is blue. Valium is usually taken orally in tablet form, but is also manufactured for intravenous injection.

Valium addiction

Valium is considered addictive. The user builds a tolerance and feels the need to increase the amount they take to achieve the same "high". Over a period of time Valium becomes physically and psychologically addictive.

Valium abuse

The effects of Valium are felt within thirty minutes after taking it orally and within five minutes after injection. The habit-forming potential is high. It is possible to become dependent in only two weeks, and the drug should not be taken for more than four weeks.

signs of Valium use