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Will valium become more effective over time?
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Will valium become more effective over time? I know it is supposed to work instantly, yet I have been going up and down on doses for a few weeks now as I don't want to be on them.  I do ok taking 5mg at night for a week, and then try to stop, or lower the dose, and end up a few days later needing 20mg just to stop a night time anxiety attack. Then I drop back to the 5mg for awhile do ok for a week, and again try to lower or stop...and the cycle continues.  Is it better to just keep taking it at 5mg daily no matter what and leave it alone for awhile...husband and some web sites say that valium will become more effective if I take it daily to build up the same level in my body.
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HI, thanks  for using health care magic. You have not mentioned why you are taking valium. Valium is diazepam , benzodiazepine in nature. It is used for sleep mainly associated with primary drug treatment as per cause. for a short term it may be used for anxiety. Valium is having addictive properties. as you go on increasing, you require higher dose of it. Rather than doing self medication, You should consult psychiatrist for detailed evaluation and treatment. Valium use should be restricted only as and when required basis only. meanwhile you can try stress management and relaxation techniques like yoga and meditation for better sleep and relaxation. thanks