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Diazepam
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Pronounced: (dye-AZ-e-pam)
Other Names: None Listed
Catagory: Antianxiety Agent |
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Drug InformationThis medicine is used for general anxiety disorders, panic disorders and can be used before surgery to relax you. This medicine may also be used to prevent seizures, as a muscle relaxant, and for patients coming off of alcohol.
Mechanism:
This medicine works by increasing a chemical in your brain (gamma-aminobutyric acid or GABA) that calms you.
More Info:
For more information about this medicine, talk to your healthcare provider.
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Side Effectsdrowsiness, dizziness or clumsiness
Precautions:
Avoid alcohol with this medicine because of the additive drowsiness effects.
Preganant:
If you are or plan to become pregnant, talk to you doctor about the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy. For nursing mothers, this medication is excreted in breast milk and should not be used while breast-feeding.
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Dosage InformationFollow the directions your doctor has given you. This medicine can be taken on an empty stomach or with food or milk. Do not stop this medicine abruptly with talking to your doctor. Avoid uninterrupted and prolonged use of this medicine.
Missed Dosage:
Take your next dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage:
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed.
Overdose:
Seek medical attention immediately. For non emergencies, contact your local or regional poison control center.
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