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'''Diazepam''' (marketed under the tradename '''Valium''') is a derivative of the [[benzodiazepine]] class of minor tranquilizers and possesses the five therapeutic benzodiazepine properties; working as an [[anxiolytic]], [[sedative]]/[[hypnotic]], [[anticonvulsant]], [[muscle relaxant]], and [[amnestic]] agent[http://health.yahoo.com/topic/anxiety/medications/drug/healthwise/d00148a1].  
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'''Diazepam''' (marketed under the tradename '''Valium''') is a derivative of the [[benzodiazepine]] class of minor tranquilizers and possesses the five therapeutic benzodiazepine properties; working as an [[anxiolytic]], [[sedative]]/[[hypnotic]], [[anticonvulsant]], [[muscle relaxant]], and [[amnestic]] agent[http://health.yahoo.com/topic/anxiety/medications/drug/healthwise/d00148a1]. All benzodiazepines share some commonalities. These include their mode of action, indications, potential side-effects, and the physical and psychological dependence that may develop after extended use. Benzodiazepines like Diazepam have been shown to produce various withdrawal effects if the drug is discontinued rapidly and without gradual reduction in dosage.  
    
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