Valium (Oral)
Diazepam is used to treat anxiety disorders and alcohol withdrawal symptoms in people at least 6 months old.
Diazepam is also used with other medications to treat muscle spasms and seizure disorders in people at least 6 months old.
Diazepam is not for long-term use.
Diazepam may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
uses
What is Valium (Oral) used for?
- Alcohol Withdrawal
- Anxiety
- Endoscopy or Radiology Premedication
- Light Anesthesia
- Muscle Spasm
- Seizure Prophylaxis
- Status Epilepticus
- Tetanus
- Seizures
warnings
What is the most important information I should know about Valium (Oral)?
You should not use diazepam if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients, or if you have:
May harm an unborn baby. Do not use if you are pregnant or may become pregnant. If you use diazepam during pregnancy, your baby could be born with life-threatening withdrawal symptoms, and may need medical treatment for several weeks.
Do not start or stop seizure medication during pregnancy without your doctor's advice.Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. Having a seizure during pregnancy could harm both mother and baby. Preventing seizures may outweigh these risks.
If you are pregnant, your name may be listed on a pregnancy registry to track the effects of diazepam on the baby.
You should not breastfeed while using this medicine.
- a nerve-muscle disorder, such as myasthenia gravis;
- narrow-angle glaucoma;
- sleep apnea (breathing stops during sleep), or other severe breathing disorder; or
- severe liver disease.
- asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema, bronchitis or other breathing disorder;
- open-angle glaucoma;
- a drug or alcohol addiction;
- depression, a mood disorder, or suicidal thoughts or actions; or
- kidney or liver disease.
Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had:
Some people have thoughts about suicide while taking diazepam. Stay alert to changes in your mood or symptoms. Your family or caregivers should also watch for sudden changes in your behavior.
There may be other medications that are safer to use during pregnancy.
Side Effects
What are the side effects of Valium (Oral)?
Get emergency medical help if you have : hives, difficult breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. signs of an allergic reaction
Call your doctor at once if you have:
Drowsiness or dizziness may last longer in older adults. Use caution to avoid falling or accidental injury.
Diazepam can slow or stop your breathing, especially if you have recently used an opioid medication, alcohol, a sleeping pill, or use other medicines that cause drowsiness or slow breathing. A person caring for you should seek emergency medical attention if you have slow breathing with long pauses, blue colored lips, or if you are hard to wake up.
Tell your doctor right away if you have new or sudden changes in mood or behavior, including new or worse depression or anxiety, panic attacks, trouble sleeping, or if you feel impulsive, irritable, agitated, hostile, aggressive, restless, more active or talkative, or have thoughts about suicide or hurting yourself.
Common side effects may include:
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
- severe drowsiness or dizziness;
- trouble breathing;
- confusion; or
- new or worsening seizures.
- drowsiness;
- feeling tired;
- muscle weakness; or
- problems with balance or muscle movement.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Can I take Valium (Oral) if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
May harm an unborn baby. Do not use if you are pregnant or may become pregnant. If you use diazepam during pregnancy, your baby could be born with life-threatening withdrawal symptoms, and may need medical treatment for several weeks.
Do not start or stop seizure medication during pregnancy without your doctor's advice.Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. Having a seizure during pregnancy could harm both mother and baby. Preventing seizures may outweigh these risks.
If you are pregnant, your name may be listed on a pregnancy registry to track the effects of diazepam on the baby.
You should not breastfeed while using this medicine.
Interactions
What drugs and food should I avoid while taking Valium (Oral)?
Avoid drinking alcohol or alcohol containing products. Dangerous side effects or death could occur.
Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you. Dizziness or drowsiness can cause falls, accidents, or severe injuries.
Dosage Guidelines & Tips
How to take Valium (Oral)?
Use Valium (Oral) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Follow the directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Tell your doctor if you feel an increased urge to use more of this medicine. Never use diazepam in larger amounts, or for longer than prescribed.
Your dose needs may change if you switch to a different brand, strength, or form of this medicine. Avoid medication errors by using exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
Read and carefully follow the instructions provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you do not understand these instructions.
Measure with the supplied measuring device (not a kitchen spoon). liquid medicine
You may add to 30 mL (1 oz ) of juice or other liquid. You may also mix the medicine with pudding or applesauce. Swallow the mixture right away. Do not store the mixture for later use. liquid medicine
You may have life-threatening withdrawal symptoms that may last for several weeks to more than 12 months if you stop using diazepam suddenly. Do not change or stop your dose without your doctor's advice.
You may need medical tests. Keep all follow-up visits with your healthcare provider.
Do not keep leftover medicine. Read and carefully follow the instructions provided with this medicine about how to safely dispose of any unused portion. Just one dose can cause death in someone using it accidentally or improperly.
Certain diazepam brand forms are stable for only a number of days after opening. Throw away any medicine not used within that time, even if there is still medicine left inside.
Never share this medicine with another person, especially someone with a history of drug addiction. MISUSE CAN CAUSE ADDICTION, OVERDOSE, OR DEATH. Keep the medicine where others cannot get to it. Selling or giving away this medicine is against the law.
Store tightly closed at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light. Keep your medicine in a place where no one can use it improperly.
Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. take two doses at one time. Do not
Overdose Signs
What happens if I overdose on Valium (Oral)?
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