Question 1

how do xanax (alprazolam) and valium compare dosage-wise?

Accepted Answer

5 to 10 fold: Xanax (alprazolam) is five to ten times as potent as Valium per milligram.

Question 2

is it appropriate to ask my psychiatrist to raise my dosage of valium?

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Yes: You should be able to ask your psychiatrist any questions. Most likely the response will be why do you want to raise your dosage of Valium? This should lead to an appropriate discussion of the problems you are having. The final answer about your dosage will depend on the reason that you  are receiving it in the first place, dosage, other medications you are on and how your treatment  is evolving

Question 3

can you tell me how i could get my psychiatrist to up the dosage valium?

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Individual need: You wouldn't "get" your psychiatrist to up your valium, but the psychiatrist might determine need to adjust or change treatments based on your progress.  The psychiatrist evaluates this at your visits and responds accordingly.  Valium may or may not be the best treatment for you, and the psychiatrist would then change as needed.  Best wishes.

Question 4

i have beeen taking 2.5 mg of valium for 2 yrs (as needed usually 2 to 3 times a day i was sent lorazepam to switch to/no schedule of how to transition, dosage being being .25 ml every 6 hr how soon can i transition if im not on valium to lorazepam?

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: You should call the doctor who is prescribing the lorazepam to determine how to make the switch. You may be able to simply stop taking the Valium and take lorazepam for the next dose. It is important that you don’t take both medications-after you take lorazepam, do not take any more Valium doses. But, call your doctor to be certain that you transition to lorazepam without difficulty. Good luck!

Question 5

what is the standard dosage of valium for alcohol withdrawal?

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No Standard Dose: There is no fixed standard dose of Valium(Diazepam) for alcohol withdrawl.The dose depends on your symptoms and how long you have been abusing alcohol.One may start 10 mgm every 6 hours and gradually taper&amp;stop
Alcoholics are not usually prescribed Valium for long term as there is potential for Addiction with Valium  
It is only used in acute phase and in hospital or rehab setting to prevent DTs

Question 6

i used totake xanax (alprazolam) laxa valium.. very high dosage. does it effect sexual power. can it be normal? i used 15 or mre tablets daily but now i have quit

Accepted Answer

Erectile Dysfunction: I commend you for overcoming your Xanax (alprazolam) and Valium Dependence.
They can affect sexual desire, interest, drive, or performance, both increase and decrease. It is also affected by use of Alcohol at the same time, and your relationship with your partner.
Have heart to Heart talk with your partner about need for emotional, physical and sexual intimacy; and to see a Physician for Diagnosis and Therapy

Question 7

i used totake xanax (alprazolam) laxa valium.. very high dosage. does it effect sexual power. if it does. now how can become normal. i used 15 or mre tablets daily?

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Unclear: Are you still using this medication? Tell us more details about how long you have used it and what is the current amount you are using. We can guide you as to how to reduce it and get you off of it slowly but safely. Yes it can impair your sexual performance and it will come back to normal if you succeeded in getting off the other drugs.

Question 8

in regard to flight anxiety for overseas trips, please go over your recommendation on which  anxioytic to use, ativan (lorazepam) or valium and the proper dosage.additionally, what is a good hypnotic for sleeping good at night?

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Just to mellow out: Either med should work fine, but just take a small dose enough to mellow-out and not knocked-out. Prolonged immobility at high altitude increases risk of blood clot, so move around often when u can. Flying across time zones will likely cause some jet lag sx, so start sleeping earlier and earlier before flying east and later if flying west. This reduces time-differences. Melatonin may help.

Question 9

anyone know what is a normal dose of valium for severe symptoms?

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Valium: Depends on the symptoms and what other medications u r taking.

Question 10

how long after taking 2 pills with the dose 5/325 can you take 10 mg of valium?

Accepted Answer

2 pills: We won't be able to advise you unless we know the pills you are also taking and why you are taking them. 10mg of Valium seems like a large dose. All the best.

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How do xanax (alprazolam) and valium compare dosage-wise?

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Is it appropriate to ask my psychiatrist to raise my dosage of valium?

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Can you tell me how i could get my psychiatrist to up the dosage valium?

A member asked:

I have beeen taking 2.5 mg of valium for 2 yrs (as needed usually 2 to 3 times a day i was sent lorazepam to switch to/no schedule of how to transition, dosage being being .25 ml every 6 hr how soon can i transition if im not on valium to lorazepam?

A member asked:

What is the standard dosage of valium for alcohol withdrawal?

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I used totake xanax (alprazolam) laxa valium.. very high dosage. does it effect sexual power. can it be normal? i used 15 or mre tablets daily but now i have quit

A member asked:

I used totake xanax (alprazolam) laxa valium.. very high dosage. does it effect sexual power. if it does. now how can become normal. i used 15 or mre tablets daily?

A member asked:

In regard to flight anxiety for overseas trips, please go over your recommendation on which anxioytic to use, ativan (lorazepam) or valium and the proper dosage.additionally, what is a good hypnotic for sleeping good at night?

A member asked:

Anyone know what is a normal dose of valium for severe symptoms?

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How long after taking 2 pills with the dose 5/325 can you take 10 mg of valium?

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