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Lori Bauer wrote: > > Dear Kathrynne, > > Thanks for the information on drug interactions and using precautions in > discontinuing medication. I went to the nursing home today and told them > I would like for the valium to be stopped. Lori, Be sure you mention the instructions that advise gradual withdrawal. Many drugs can have serious effects if they are stopped too abruptly. Please keep us informed of your grandmother's progress -- we're all hoping for the best possible outcome. Best regards, Kathrynne -- Kathrynne Holden, MS, RD Editor-in-Chief, "Spotlight on Food--nutrition news for people 60-plus" http://www.fortnet.org/~fivstar and NUTRITION TOPICS copy-ready handouts http://www.dietetics.com/class/fivstar/ Tel: 970-493-6532 Fax: 970-493-6538