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Why can you no longer take valium when you have sleep apnea?
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Sleep apnea: This can exacerbate the sleep apnea and compound the issue.
Answered 10/4/2016
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IT MAKES IT WORSE: Any sedatives including valium, alcohol or sleeping pills can make sleep apnea worse. All benzodiazepines have the same effect and are adviced not to be taken at night if you suffers from sleep apnea.
Answered 1/3/2014
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