Does Valium work better than Ativan for fear of flying?

By on January 2nd, 2012

I have a horrible fear of flying. I tried Ativan (2mg) for it before but it didn’t work at all. A friend suggested Valium. Does it work better? I would like to get knocked out, if possible.

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One Response to “Does Valium work better than Ativan for fear of flying?”

  1. Jody says:
    December 26, 2011 at 9:58 pm

    They are both benzodiazepines, they both bind to the GABA receptors, they are both strong, highly addictive hypnotics.

    Initially Ativan (lorazepam) is more potent than Valium (diazepam).

    Equivalent doses: Ativan – 1 mg = Valium – 5mg
    Half life Ativan – 10-20 hours; Valium – 100 hours
    Onset of action: Ativan – 1-3 hours; Valium – less than 1 hour
    Metabolites: Ativan – inactive; Valium – active
    Metabolism: Ativan – conjugation; Valium – oxidation