Urgent help ... valium before the dentist?????

[mrspink27]

I have to go to the dentist today.... I am very very phobic, I broke a tooth over the weekend and a big filling has come out. A friend suggested taking valium (diazepam) before I go to chill me out a bit,DH has some in the cupboard. Is it ok? Have you done it? half a tablet or a whole one? never taken it before.... HELP!!! have got the rescue remedy ready as well.... but am shaking already!

anyone?

what strength is it?

2, 5 or 10mg?

2mg tabs

Ummm do you not think you should check with your Dentist before you take anything?

They may need to give you painkillers which could cause problems if you've already taken medication?

yes agree with shiny snowflakes

2mg of valium (1 tab) isnt going to knock you out too much - you do realise you cant drive htough!

and, I took valium to help with fear of flyeing and it was rubbish - positive mental attitude much more effective btw

have phoned now, thanks for your advice. Just waiting to hear back.

if they say its ok then 1 x 2mg tab will be fine

i was prescribed 2mg of valium to take before going to the dentist because of phobias

Make sure someone takes you if you have to travel by car.