Posted by yxibow on February 8, 2009, at 2:44:32
In reply to Valium onset of action?, posted by Roslynn on February 6, 2009, at 14:54:50
> Hi everyone,
>
> Does anyone know how long valium takes to kick in?
> And how long does it last, compared to ativan?
>
> Thanks for any info..
>
> RoslynnIf you've previously been exposed to benzodiazepines it might seem slightly subtle, although I found Klonopin even more subtle.
I'd say about two hours generally except for hospital IV use.
Xanax is much quicker acting, and has a short half life, hence possibly a benzodiazepine that may carry a risk of greater habituation than others potentially.
-- Jay
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