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Common Uses of ValiumValium is used to treat anxiety disorders, alcohol withdrawal symptoms, or muscle spasms.
How to Use Valium
The usual recommended amount of Valium in older children and adults ranges from 2 mg to 20 mg IM or IV, depending on the indication and its severity. In some conditions, e.g., tetanus, larger dosage may be required. In acute conditions the injection may be repeated within one hour although an interval of 3 to 4 hours is usually satisfactory. Lower amounts (usually 2 mg to 5 mg) and increase in dosage should be used for elderly or debilitated patients and when other sedative drugs are administered.
Valium PrecautionsAlthough seizures may be brought under control promptly, a significant proportion of patients experience a return to seizure activity, presumably due to the short-lived effect of diazepam after I.V. administration. The physician should be prepared to readminister the drug. However, diazepam is not recommended for maintenance, and once seizures are brought under control, considerationshould be given to the administration of agents useful in longer term control of seizures.
If Valium is to be combined with other psychotropic agents or anticonvulsant drugs, careful consideration should be given to the pharmacology of the agents to be employed, particularly with known compounds which may potentiate the action of Valium such as phenothiazines, narcotics, barbiturates, MAO inhibitors and other
antidepressants.
Valium Side EffectsTypical side effects of Valium include:drowsiness, abdominal cramps, clumsiness, blurred vision, dry mouth, fatigue, light-headedness, heart palpitations, slurred speech, difficulty urinating, convulsions, hallucinations, amnesia, difficulty breathing, loss of muscle coordination, trembling, headache, and confusion.
If any of your side effects change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Valium. If you experience any of the following symptoms they should be brought to the immediate attention of your physician.
If You Take Too Much ValiumManifestations of valium overdosage include: somnolence, confusion, coma, diminished reflexes.Respiration, pulse and blood pressure should be monitored, as in all cases of drug overdosage, although, in general, these effects have been minimal following overdosage. General supportive measures should be employed, along with intravenous fluids, and an adequate airway maintained.
Additional Valium InformationDo not share valium with others. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up. Store valium at room temperature between 72 and 77 degrees F (20 to 25 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children.
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