worththewords Posted October 14, 2005 Report Share Posted October 14, 2005 Last week I had tubes put in my ears because I have been battling with ear infections for a long time. I still continue to battle with problems with vertigo. Unfortunately it has been recommended that I do not take antivert - the drug most commonly prescribed for vertigo - as the side effects include increased heart rate. My ENT informed me that he will prescribe small doses of valium to take before bed to reduce chances of vertigo. I haven't heard about valium helping vertigo but it is common for him to prescribe when antivert can't be taken. I currently take Klonopin and I will have to go off of that. I found that klonopin lowers my heart rate and supresses my nervous system. According to my ENT, valium does the same.I was just curious if anyone takes this, how much, any side effects, what do you take it for, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dizzy Dame Posted October 14, 2005 Report Share Posted October 14, 2005 Hey there, I used to take xanax (which is in the same family of drugs as valium) back when they thought I was having panic attacks. I know that the xanax can lower blood pressure, and it did for me. Sorry I can't be of more help, but I'm sure someone here will know more. Cheers, Lauren Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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