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I've been prescribed 5mg of diazepam twice a day to help with muscle spasms, i would like to try valerian root instead, what is the equivalent dosage?

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Dr. Nicholas Stratas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Valerian equivalent: Valerian root is generally prescribed for sleep and/or anxiety. Best to start with a low dose of Valerian and increase as tolerated. Generally most do not have problems. Equivalence with Valium is not known.

Answered 1/16/2018

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