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Dear miss_understood,
Valium, or diazepam, is a long acting benzodiazepine while Xanax, or alprazolam, is short acting. The time of onset for Xanax is quicker than that of valium which could be the reason why you find the induction of sleep to be longer when you take Valium. Although they are both given for sleep purposes (amongst other things) Xanax is more effective in the short run. However, with prolonged use of any benzodiazepine, the effectiveness decreases over time which could compound the reason why the switch from Xanax to Valium after a period of use could result in a perceived decreased effectiveness of Valium. I would suggest speaking to your doctor about this. One solution could be alternating between a benzodiazepine and another class of medication for your sleep issues; but remember that sudden ceasation of benzodiazepines could result in withdrawal symptoms. Of course, addressing the underlying reason why you have sleep issues should be the primary goal of care.
Hope this helps!
Valium, or diazepam, is a long acting benzodiazepine while Xanax, or alprazolam, is short acting. The time of onset for Xanax is quicker than that of valium which could be the reason why you find the induction of sleep to be longer when you take Valium. Although they are both given for sleep purposes (amongst other things) Xanax is more effective in the short run. However, with prolonged use of any benzodiazepine, the effectiveness decreases over time which could compound the reason why the switch from Xanax to Valium after a period of use could result in a perceived decreased effectiveness of Valium. I would suggest speaking to your doctor about this. One solution could be alternating between a benzodiazepine and another class of medication for your sleep issues; but remember that sudden ceasation of benzodiazepines could result in withdrawal symptoms. Of course, addressing the underlying reason why you have sleep issues should be the primary goal of care.
Hope this helps!
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Hi @Novi the problem you describe is a sleep disorder which requires further evaluation. Here are some measures recommended by the American Academy of Family Physicians that you can try to improve your sleep and regulate your sleep cycle,
- Go to bed and wake up at the same time each day
- Lie down to sleep only when sleepy
- Avoid daytime napping
- Relax before going to bed
- Avoid eating large meals or drinking a lot of water or other liquids in the evening
- Keep the bedroom a comfortable temperature
- Use earplugs if noise is a problem
- Expose yourself to daytime light for at least 30 minutes each morning
- If you can't sleep after 20 minutes, get out of bed and do something else; then only return to the bedroom when you are tired; repeat as necessary
- Use your bedroom for sleep and sex only
- Don't do things in bed that might keep you awake, like watching television, reading/messaging/talking on the phone
- Avoid caffeine, nicotine, or alcohol for at least four to six hours before bedtime
- Avoid strenuous exercise within four hours of bedtime
If the condition persists or if it starts to affect your ability to function, I would strongly recommend to seek medical attention so your doctor can evaluate for any reversible causes of this and/or treat with medications where appropriate.
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