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I just finally found a psychcatrist to pescribe me valium 6 months after my doctor left. I feel 100 % better. I don't know if she knows that i have hep c. Should this cause a problem on my return? She sent for blood work copies. I have had doctors in the past who knew and still pescribed it.Is it really that bad on the liver? My levels have been stable for a while.I am not on treatment.I don't drink.
Most medications are metabolized through the liver, therfore the liver needs to work harder. For most with minimal liver damage this is not a problem ,however for those with a greater amount of damage from HCV,the liver often finds it harder to filter many medications.
As always best to take the advice of a knowledgeable doctor familiar with your health including having HCV when taking any drug
Best..
Will
http://anxiety.emedtv.com/valium/valium-warnings-and-precautions.html
Some warnings and precautions to be aware of prior to taking Valium include:
•Valium is a controlled substance, which means that it has the potential to be abused. There are special rules and regulations for prescribing and dispensing Valium. Valium is generally not recommended for people with a history of alcohol or drug abuse (see Valium Addiction).
•Valium should not replace more appropriate treatment for calming agitated psychotic patients.
•Valium can cause psychological and physical dependence and is often abused. The risk of abuse and dependence is greater for those taking higher Valium doses for long periods of time (more than a few weeks). Because Valium can cause dependence, you should not stop taking Valium suddenly without first discussing it with your healthcare provider (see Valium Withdrawal).
•Valium can cause severe drowsiness and difficulty breathing, which may be life-threatening. This risk is increased when Valium is combined with alcohol, narcotics, or other medications or substances that cause drowsiness and sedation (see Valium Drug Interactions for more information). You should not drive or operate heavy machinery until you know how Valium affects you.
•Valium may cause depression or worsen preexisting depression. Prior to treatment with Valium, make sure your healthcare provider knows if you are depressed or have a history of depression. People with depression should take Valium only if they are also taking an antidepressant.
•Elderly people are more sensitive to the effects of Valium and should be started with a low Valium dosage. Valium may increase the risk of falling, which is especially dangerous in elderly people (who often have weak or brittle bones).
•Sometimes, people react to Valium in a way that is the opposite of what is usually expected. That is, they may become agitated, aggressive, and restless and may have difficulty sleeping. Tell your healthcare provider if you experience these effects.
•Let your healthcare provider know if you have liver or kidney disease, as your body may not handle Valium as well as it should.
•Valium is considered a pregnancy Category D medication. This means that it is probably not safe for use during pregnancy. Talk with your healthcare provider about the risks and benefits of using the drug during pregnancy (see Valium and Pregnancy).
•Valium passes through breast milk. Therefore, if you are breastfeeding or plan to start breastfeeding, discuss this with your healthcare provider prior to taking the drug (see Valium and Breastfeeding).
As always best to take the advice of a knowledgeable doctor familiar with your health including having HCV when taking any drug
Best..
Will
http://anxiety.emedtv.com/valium/valium-warnings-and-precautions.html
Some warnings and precautions to be aware of prior to taking Valium include:
•Valium is a controlled substance, which means that it has the potential to be abused. There are special rules and regulations for prescribing and dispensing Valium. Valium is generally not recommended for people with a history of alcohol or drug abuse (see Valium Addiction).
•Valium should not replace more appropriate treatment for calming agitated psychotic patients.
•Valium can cause psychological and physical dependence and is often abused. The risk of abuse and dependence is greater for those taking higher Valium doses for long periods of time (more than a few weeks). Because Valium can cause dependence, you should not stop taking Valium suddenly without first discussing it with your healthcare provider (see Valium Withdrawal).
•Valium can cause severe drowsiness and difficulty breathing, which may be life-threatening. This risk is increased when Valium is combined with alcohol, narcotics, or other medications or substances that cause drowsiness and sedation (see Valium Drug Interactions for more information). You should not drive or operate heavy machinery until you know how Valium affects you.
•Valium may cause depression or worsen preexisting depression. Prior to treatment with Valium, make sure your healthcare provider knows if you are depressed or have a history of depression. People with depression should take Valium only if they are also taking an antidepressant.
•Elderly people are more sensitive to the effects of Valium and should be started with a low Valium dosage. Valium may increase the risk of falling, which is especially dangerous in elderly people (who often have weak or brittle bones).
•Sometimes, people react to Valium in a way that is the opposite of what is usually expected. That is, they may become agitated, aggressive, and restless and may have difficulty sleeping. Tell your healthcare provider if you experience these effects.
•Let your healthcare provider know if you have liver or kidney disease, as your body may not handle Valium as well as it should.
•Valium is considered a pregnancy Category D medication. This means that it is probably not safe for use during pregnancy. Talk with your healthcare provider about the risks and benefits of using the drug during pregnancy (see Valium and Pregnancy).
•Valium passes through breast milk. Therefore, if you are breastfeeding or plan to start breastfeeding, discuss this with your healthcare provider prior to taking the drug (see Valium and Breastfeeding).
While I agree that you should tell your doctor, the blood work that was run was probably not a test for Hep C. It doesn't just come up in the blood unless a test is done.
In the mean time, if I were you, I would try to take the least amount of valium you can take. You also might want to do a search and look for valium to see if it is contraindicated for those with liver disease. Only your doctor can weigh the risks against the value
I am glad you are feeling better.
In the mean time, if I were you, I would try to take the least amount of valium you can take. You also might want to do a search and look for valium to see if it is contraindicated for those with liver disease. Only your doctor can weigh the risks against the value
I am glad you are feeling better.
You should inform all doctors, a psychiatrist is a doctor, of any health conditions you have including hep C.
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