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Concurrent Alcohol and Valium Abuse

There are several facts about alcohol and Valium use that everyone should know. Like alcohol, Valium is a central nervous system depressant. Valium is typically used to treat anxiety, panic attacks, insomnia and seizures. Although Valium can be used to get positive results in medical settings, it is also a prescription drug which can be addictive and has the potential to be abused. Abuse of Valium can cause individuals to feel intense feelings of euphoria, or “highs.” Valium should not be taken in conjunction with alcohol, and mixing the two drugs together can lead to overdose and even death. If an individual is struggling with either alcohol or Valium abuse, they should seek medical treatment from a professional, either at a traditional medical facility or at a rehab facility.

Signs and Symptoms of Alcohol With Valium

Individuals abusing alcohol typically have slurred speech, blurred vision and impaired motor skills. These symptoms last several hours and will then dissipate, but too much alcohol abuse can cause lasting damage to the body. Valium abuse can cause a plethora of symptoms, including psychosis, slurred speech, impaired coordination, drowsiness, hallucinations, aggression, fatigue, hostility, memory issues, panic attacks, agitation, dizziness and dry retching. Other side effects include nausea, tremors, seizures, restlessness, vertigo, hyperactivity and even death. If an individual is suspected of having a Valium or an alcohol addiction, they should immediately seek help at a medical facility or enroll in a rehab program. Both alcohol and Valium abuse can eventually lead to dependence, which can lead to a host of unwanted behaviors, as well as dangerous symptoms.

If an individual is suspected of having a Valium or an alcohol addiction, they should immediately seek help at a medical facility or enroll in a rehab program.

Combined Effects of Valium and Alcohol Abuse

Concurrent alcohol and Valium-related problems need to be confronted and treated as soon as possible. Both alcohol and Valium are potentially addictive when used separately. When they are used together, the symptoms of both drugs are enhanced, as is the danger to the individual taking the substances. Symptoms of mixing alcohol and Valium include memory issues, impaired coordination, shallow breathing, fainting, drowsiness, dizziness, difficulty concentrating and medical poisoning.

Death may also result from Valium overdose or alcohol overdose. Most medical professionals prescribing Valium make it explicitly clear to their patients that using the drug with alcohol can cause death and should not be done under any circumstances. Valium and alcohol use is dangerous and should be treated immediately. Find out more about the harmful effects of Valium use and how to help a Valium addict when you call our helpline free at .

Treatment for Co-Occurring Alcohol and Valium Addiction

outpatient treatment Patients looking to escape their Valium or alcohol addictions can get help at local rehab programs. There are several rehab programs available to patients who are looking to get sober and stay clean. Most patients suffering from substance abuse issues enroll in either inpatient or outpatient rehab programs. Inpatient rehab programs require patients to stay overnight for a period of between 30 days and 90 days. Outpatient programs typically have the same duration, but they only require patients check in with a medical professional once per day—not stay overnight. Patients should talk with their doctor about the right rehab program for their personal needs.

Statistics for Alcohol and Valium Use

Alcohol is an extremely deadly substance, and nearly 7 million Americans aged 12 to 20 are classified as binge drinkers. The number of patients abusing Valium is also on the rise, as benzodiazepine, the drug’s active ingredient, had emergency room admissions triple between the years 1998 and 2008. Both alcohol and Valium can be deadly and, when they are used together, the drugs enhance one another’s effects and become more potent. Young Americans who don’t know the possible side effects of taking both drugs together are at high risk for abusing alcohol or Valium. Anyone suspected of abusing Valium with alcohol should immediately be transferred to a medical facility for addiction treatment.

Young Americans who don’t know the possible side effects of taking both drugs together are at high risk for abusing alcohol or Valium.

Teen Drinking and Valium Abuse

Almost 25% of high school students have engaged in binge drinking in the past 30 days. That number is staggering, but it is put in perspective when one looks at how many individuals aged 12 to 17 are abusing prescription drugs for recreational purposes: nearly 8%. The number of teenage Americans putting themselves at risk continues to grow as more minors gain access to prescription drugs and use them for recreational purposes.

Learn more about teen drug and alcohol misuse.

Resources, Articles, and More Information

If you are seeking help for issues with Valium or alcohol, please give us a call today so that we can help. You can contact us free at . We want to see patients get back on the right track and put their lives back together. It is possible to get sober, and all you need is a good support structure and self-motivation. If you are ready to make the jump into sobriety, know that there are people who are willing to help you and have gone through the same process. Making the right choice to get sober can come at any time you wish. Give us a call and we’ll work with you to find a personalized rehab program that fits with your personal needs. It’s time to get clean and stay clean—there’s always a way to reach your goals!

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