A 31-year-old member asked:
Been on valium for 7 month and at a low dose of 2.5 mg. if i just stop suddenly will i have withdrawal?
1 doctor answer • 6 doctors weighed in
Dr. Bahman Omranianswered
Pain Management 19 years experience
You may : Not a good idea to just stop. Seizures are the main concern, but unlikely at this dose and depends are your predisposition. For chronic users, it is always best to taper down/cut back on benzodiazepine rather than just stopping.
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