Diazepam Side Effects
Serious Side Effects of Diazepam
- change in behavior such as strange risk-taking behavior
- hallucinating
- depression or suicidal thoughts
- feeling hyper
- seizures
- aggravation and anger
- allergic reaction: rash, hives, swelling of face, mouth, tongue or throat, difficulty breathing
- shortness of breath
- faintness or passing out
- shaking or trembling
- sore throat or fever
- inability to control bladder
- trouble urinating or being unable to urinate
Common Side Effects of Diazepam
- fatigue
- loss of memory
- constipation
- feeling on edge or anxious
- feeling dizzy
- decrease in libido or lack of sexual desire
- minor rash
- agitation
- upset stomach
- changes in saliva
- changes in vision or blurry vision
What are Signs of a Withdrawal from Diazepam?
If you
suddenly stop taking Diazepam, you may be at risk for
withdrawal symptoms.
Contact your doctor if you suffer from the following:
- feeling numb
- irritability
- upset stomach and diarrhea
- increase in heartbeat or heart pounding
- hallucinating
- changes in mood, behavior or personality
- seizures
- increased sensitivity to sound/light
Warnings & Recalls for Diazepam
Warning: Diazepam
can be addictive if used for extended periods of time or at high doses.
Talk to your doctor about the risk of Diazepam dependency if you have a history of being addicted to drugs or alcohol.
Diazepam is a U.S. Food and Drug Administration pregnancy
Category D medication.
Do not take Diazepam if you are
pregnant or
breastfeeding. Diazepam may injure the fetus and can pass through breast-milk, harming a nursing baby. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.If you feel that you have become
dependent on Diazepam, contact your doctor immediately. You may be asked to seek help from a support group or receive therapy.Before taking Diazepam
notify your doctor if you:
- are taking any medicines that are sleep inducing; the combination of these drugs with Diazepam may cause extreme tiredness
- are allergic to any ingredients in Diazepam
- have glaucoma
- have any breathing issuses
- have epilepsy or have a history of seizures
- have ever had an addiction
- have a history of mental disorders or depression
Diazepam is
contraindicated in patients with
Myasthenia gravis, a disease which causes
drowsiness.To ensure that Diazepam is working effectively and is not a harm to your body, it is important to
have your blood and liver tested on a regular basis.
Diazepam Treatment and Use
Diazepam | Valium is a generic benzodiazepine (BZD) prescribed as an anti-anxiety medication. The following conditions may be treated with Diazepam:
- anxiety or panic disorders
- symptoms caused by alcohol withdrawal
- seizures
How does Diazepam Work?
Diazepam works by stimulating nerves and increasing the activity of neurotransmitters called GABA receptors. GABA receptors are “nerve-calming” cells in the brain. By balancing the hormones in the brain, the body may experience a release of tension in the muscles, a reduction in anxiety, or increase in the ability to sleep.
Diazepam Dosage Information
Take Diazepam only as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take more or less than the instructed amount. Do not abruptly stop using Diazepam, as this may increase the risk of seizures. Your doctor may decrease your doses gradually to prevent this risk or other withdrawal symptoms.
If you feel that Diazepam is not working or you feel the need to use a larger amount contact your doctor; do not change your dose unless your healthcare provider recommends you do so.
Diazepam should not be given to anyone under 6 months old.
Warning: Diazepam may be addictive in high doses. If you have a history of drug or alcohol problems, consult your doctor before taking Diazepam.
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