MRI and Diazepam

[EcclesCake]

I am due a MRI scan and suffer from mild claustrophobia. It has been suggested that I will be given a small dose of Diazepam to help me.

While I appreciate that the dose is key here will I be able to drive an hour or so afterwards assuming it is a 'small' dose?

[Sqad]

EC....you will be fine to drive home.

[EcclesCake]

Thanks Sqad.

[bentaxle]

EC I have just had one and the nack is close your eyes all the time
while in the scanner it was no bother at all
all the best to you

[naomi24]

Just close your eyes and tell yourself it won't take long. It doesn't hurt, and you'll be given a button to hold in your hand to press if you become distressed - so you can be sure you'll always be quite safe. I had one a couple of months ago - and was even given a choice of music to listen to! Just go with it and it will be over before you know it.