Valium® (diazepam) is a medication often prescribed for treating anxiety. It is also licensed to treat alcohol withdrawal and muscle spasms, and can be taken in combination with other seizure medicines to stop seizures. The drug is a type of benzodiazepine that works by enhancing the effects of a naturally calming brain chemical known as GABA. It comes in tablet, oral liquid, and injectable forms; when used orally, it is typically taken three or four times a day.
(Click Valium for more information on how Valium works, to learn about the drug's effects, and to find out what side effects may occur with this medication. You can also click on the various links in the box to the right to access specific topics on Valium.)
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