I got some 2mg diazepam tablets off my doctor?

Question

to take before my dental appointments because I have to have two root canals.

How long before the tablets kick in? How long before my appt do I need to take them?

He gave me 28 tablets. How many do I need to take? He said one before and one after if I want, is that enough to relax me? Why a tablet after?

Answer 1

It usually took 20 minutes for mine to work but i think mine were 5mg (Mine were to relax my muscles, i have ortho problems) i'd say about 20-30 mins. I would take 2 before really, then i know i'd be well out lol A tablet after is to calm you down. They make you really drowsy so make sure someone else is driving you there and back.

Good luck, i hate the dentist!

Edit: Yes they do, they relex you and make you drowsy. Don't drive yourself. Mine used to make me go to sleep for a few hours.

Answer 2

That really is strong, especially if you aren't used to them. It takes around 20 minutes to kick in, I used to take it for anxiety attacks, but only like 0.5 mgs. Root canals are awful, I had 4. My doctor didn't give me anxiety drugs, he gave me nitrous oxide and a shot of demerol and of course, novovcaine. I just kept screaming for more novocaine all the way through them. The valium will help anxiety, but keep on asking for pain medication. In fact, I would ask the dentist if you take the valium how much pain medication would you be allowed through the procedure. And if you take a 2 mg valium afterwards, you need a friend or taxi to pick you up.

Answer 3

They make you feel high!!! doctor gave me them when i busted my back, feels nice for me  

Answer 4

Diazepam is Valium.

It takes about 10 minutes to take effect, and lasts no more than a couple of hours.

If you've never taken it before, one 2mg table is plenty. You will feel very relaxed.

Answer 5

to keep you calm and cool. Trust your Doctor he remembers his root canals. Its called Dentist phobia. My little 4 year old granddaughter told me a bout her last Dental appointment. She said grandma i know h*i is the devil, with eyes as big as a tea cup i ask Nadia you met the Devil? she replied yes THE DENTIST IS THE DEVIL. lol dont forget to take your Valium.