10MG of Diazepam (Valium) 5'4, 108lbs. as an antidepressant?

Question

I've taken 5mg so far (about 20 minutes ago) and the doctor said take 1 or 2 if needed. However, everyone says that 10mg of Valium is a loooot of Valium, so I just wanted to know if it was safe to take 10mg, or if 5 was enough to work as an antidepressant/anxiety medication

Answer 1

Valium is not and is nowhere near to be referred as an antidepressant, it is mostly used for anxiety. If your doctor says otherwise, I suggest getting another opinion....

Besides I being at that weight is not good for that dose.....You will most likely be very sedated, and please DO NOT DRIVE.....

This website will enlighten you....

Answer 2

10 mg is fine. In the 70s people took this stuff out of Pez dispensers.

I know people that too 100 mg a day.

However, it is always best to start with the lowest dose possible. Even 2.5 mg, perhaps 2 or 3 times a day. Try that for a few days first. No need to take more than you need.

It is an antianxiety agent. A martini in a tablet.

Answer 3

Valium works pretty quickly, but give it a bit more time before taking a second dose. You can also break the pills in half, take and extra half instead of a whole.

5mg would be alot for me, but maybe not for you. I'm 5'4" 100 lbs. Everyone is different.

Definitely don't drive and follow all of the precautions.