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How Can Addiction To Valium Be Prevented?
Yes, my doctor put me on Valium to stream my anixeity and i just am going thru so much drama. I just lost my sister in law, my brother has cancer and has about 3 months, my other brother has altemizers, and I purchased a home with so many repairs that I was not aware of. My life is so negative now. I lost my husband 17 years ago and am still taking Paxil 20 mg which i cut back to 10 and does not seem to be helping. I do not want to get addicted to Valium ...
Thu, 16 Aug 2018
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Valium is a benzodiazepine, a class of antidepressant drugs which can cause addiction.
Valium addiction can be prevented only if this medication is taken for less than one month.
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Valium is a benzodiazepine, a class of antidepressant drugs which can cause addiction.
Valium addiction can be prevented only if this medication is taken for less than one month.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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