Drug:Diazepam

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Diazepam
Full Name Diazepam
Drug Class
Aliases Valium • Diazepam
ROAs
Oral
Threshold 2 mg
Light 2–5 mg
Common 5–10 mg
Strong 10–20 mg
Heavy 20+ mg
Duration 6–12 hours

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Diazepam

Overview

Diazepam (Valium) is a long-acting benzodiazepine commonly prescribed for anxiety disorders, muscle spasms, seizures and alcohol withdrawal. It is known for producing sedation, muscle relaxation and reducing anxiety, while generally lasting considerably longer than Xanax.


Supposed Effects

Physical Effects

  • Sedation
  • Muscle relaxation
  • Reduced coordination
  • Drowsiness

Cognitive Effects

  • Reduced anxiety
  • Disinhibition
  • Emotional calming
  • Memory impairment
  • Slowed thinking

After Effects

  • Fatigue
  • Mental fog
  • Rebound anxiety

My Review

Overall Experience

Unfortunately I can't really review Diazepam because I simply don't feel benzodiazepines.

I've taken doses that should have produced noticeable sedation, disinhibition or memory impairment, yet I remained completely sober. No relaxation, no euphoria, no motor impairment, no blackouts just nothing. Even at high doses, Diazepam has never produced any noticeable subjective effects for me.

The only time I've ever noticed benzodiazepines doing anything is when they're combined with alcohol, where they seem to potentiate the alcohol somewhat. On their own, however, they are useless to me.

What I Enjoyed

  • Nothing noticeable.

What I Didn't Enjoy

  • No effects whatsoever.

Would I Use It Again?

No

Rating

Category Rating
Overall 1/10
Anxiety Relief N/A
Sedation N/A
Recreational Value 1/10

Tips & Harm Reduction

  • Never mix benzodiazepines with opioids.
  • Combining with alcohol greatly increases overdose risk.
  • Avoid frequent use due to dependence potential.