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Does valium cause side effects such as loss of balance and memory loss?
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my mom was given this drug to be taken5mil 2xdailey, knowing she has a very difficult time with any narcotics.she was taking valium a few months ago and had serious side effects { loss of balance , memory loss}. I dont know that this is the correct medication
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HiFirst of all , you din't mention why she is taking Valium .Valium ( Diazepam ) in elderly can cause confusion and loss of memory.  It can also cause motor in-cordination ( loss of balance )If your mother is prescribed for sleep disturbance- then she can take it only at night If for anxiety-she can take other medication like etizolamplease consult your psychiatrist for exclusion of diagnosis-Dementiahope this helps and clarifies your concern.Wishing you and your mother good health.Regards,Dr.Samrat