Well, finally went to my doctor and got prescribed 3 x 5mg of diezepam a day PRN to try and get relief from these hideous panic attacks.

The bottle says to avoid grapefruit juice. Why? I've tried to google it but got confused with the technical language

I have a large box of grapefruit here I want to eat. Am I going to die?? lol.

Elly

it increases the sedative effect of valium.
which may be dangerous, because it could potentially decrease your breathing.
(sorry, already taken nitey meds and trying ot translate medspeak to english)

<edited to add>

here is a link to find more info on grapefruit + interactions:

http://www.fhma.com/grapefruit.htm

The interaction, if any, is likely to be minor. I wouldnt worry about it. Just dont take the drug with your grapefruit juice - have them at different times of the the day.

I ws just rereading my response. Additionally, dont drink grapfruit juice like its going out of style - moderation at times when you dont take your tablets should be fine.