Diazepam Withdrawel Symptoms

[Rosenicola]

Hi People,

I have been on Diazepam for 20 years now and managed to get myself down to just quarter a day as i was finding it hard to go without them.

I have now decided to come off them all together and I just wondered if anyone knew how long it usually takes for the withdrawal symptoms to go away.

Symptoms are things like feeling sick and light headed. Also aching limbs.

I don't want to go back on them now as it's been 3 days so any positive advice or similar experiences to egg me on would be good. Also as stated, any ideas as to how long it takes to feel normal again. I know everyone is different, but some ideas would be nice.

Thanks very much

XX

[rugeleyboy]

hiya................... i wish you all the best coming off these!!!

i had a bad back last year and the doctor gave my wife these tablets to give me................which i happily did and when i was better i came off them and my god was i suicidal!

it only lasted a couple of days but as i say i was only on them for a short while!!.........keep going as the effects soon pass!! and once again....i wish you all the best!!

[Rosenicola]

Thanks. I feel a bit more hopeful now that i know the feeling passes.

Thanks you

[ne2]

Well done Rosenicola! It's not easy withdrawing from these addictive drugs,My tip,drink as much water or diluted juice as you can,this hasten's the elimanation process. Good luck!

[Goodsoulette]

As you have been taking them for such a long time it might take your body a long time to get accustomed to not having the drug. It will pass and I wouldnt want to hazard a guess at how long but if I were you I would take up a good detoxing diet and some form of excercise. Even though you may not feel like I am sure after a little work out you will get some relief even if only temporary.

[whiffey]

If you are on a quarter of a tablet per day (2, 5, or 10mg ?), then you are on a maximum 2.5 mg. This is a very low dose and you should have no problem losing it altogether. Good luck, you will find that sensation of permanent slight muzziness is a thing of the past..