Posted by theo on September 8, 2005, at 22:53:47
In reply to Re: Changing from Xanax to Valium, posted by Paulbwell on September 6, 2005, at 15:14:22
> Having taken both, Xanax tended to play havoc with my moods, the up down, quick half life leadind to several emotions in hours ending with a nerve jangling hangover effect-begging for another dose, like when you wake up after drinking and have a "hair of the Dog" drink to calm the nerves and feel better.
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> Valium is FAR more even and subtle in it's effects-althought Xanax was more mood uplifting-hence why some people tend to escalate to higher doses and abuse it.
NOT true with Xanax XR. It lasts a lot longer and is smooth.
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