VALIUM vs VALRELEASE
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
New
Pharmacy pays
~$0.87 /30
~$0.87 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
DIAZEPAM
DIAZEPAM
Dosage forms
Tablet
Capsule, extended release
Drug class
Benzodiazepine
Benzodiazepine
Boxed warning
None
None
Half-life
about 48 hours (up to 48 hours), but it varies strongly with age — roughly 20 hours at age 20 and rising by about 1 hour for each year of age
about 48 hours (up to 48 hours), but it varies strongly with age — roughly 20 hours at age 20 and rising by about 1 hour for each year of age
Treats
Alcohol Withdrawal Delirium, Muscle Spasticity, Status Epilepticus
Alcohol Withdrawal Delirium, Muscle Spasticity, Status Epilepticus
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Valium or Valrelease?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $0.87 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.
What is the difference between Valium and Valrelease?
Both Valium and Valrelease share the active ingredient Diazepam.
Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.