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Tolerance of valium -are cns depressant qualities of this drug also tolerance forming, or just anxiolytic effect?

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Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Valium tolerance: When valium induces tolerance, this includes all its cns-depressant effects. It's similar to alcohol, where someone could appear "sober" despite having a high blood alcohol level. If the blood alcohol level dips from usual, withdrawal symptoms may be experienced.

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Answered 1/24/2014

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