1. (Units) Also called: statute mile a unit of length used in the UK, the US, and certain other countries, equal to 1760 yards.
Valium is a benzodiazepine with properties of being a sedative, hypnotic, anxiolytic, anticonvulsant, amnestic and muscle relaxant drug. Valium is generally used to treat short term moderate to severe anxiety or insomnia.
1 Valium is a federal controlled substance (C-IV) because it can be abused or lead to dependence. Keep Valium in a safe place to prevent misuse and abuse. 2  It is not known if Valium is safe and effective in children under 6 months of age. 3  It is not known if Valium is safe and effective for use longer than 4 months.