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Valium, the brand name for diazepam, is a prescription medication belonging to the benzodiazepine class. It is used to treat anxiety disorders, muscle spasms, seizures, and symptoms of alcohol withdrawal. Valium works by enhancing the effects of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), a neurotransmitter that promotes relaxation and reduces nervous activity.