Overview Of Diazepam (Valium)

Potential Medication Interactions

Diazepam can interact with a large number of different medications. Thus, patients must make sure that they have talked to their doctor about all of the medications they are currently taking. This includes herbal supplements and over-the-counter medicines, as well as prescription medications. Sodium oxybate can have life-threatening interactions with diazepam. As mentioned, drinking alcohol while on diazepam increases the risk of severe breathing issues. This also applies to taking opiods alongside this medication.

Diazepam can interact with St. John's wort, hydrocodone, darunavir, cimetidine, and ketoconazole, among many other medications and supplements. Certain herbal medicines for anxiety and insomnia, like passionflower and valerian, can cause increased drowsy effects when taken with this medication. Combining amphetamines and stimulants with diazepam can cause drowsiness.