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| Drug class description : | Long-acting benzodiazepines (anxiolytics). |
| Generic Name : | Diazepam - premedication |
| Drug description : | Valium: 2mg, white tablet; 5mg, yellow tablet. All scored and marked with tablet strength and ROCHE. Valium Injection: ampoules. |
| Presentation : | Valium tablets, diazepam 2mg , 5mg . Valium tablets are not prescribable on the NHS. Diazepam tablets must be prescribed generically. Valium injection, diazepam 5mg / mL. |
| Indications : | Sedative cover in medical and surgical procedures. |
| Adult Dosage : | 5-20mg. |
| Child Dosage : | 2-10mg. See data sheet. |
| Elderly Dosage : | 2.5-10mg. |
| Contra Indications : | Acute pulmonary insufficiency, respiratory depression, phobic or obsessional states, chronic psychosis, myasthenia gravis. Pregnancy, labour and lactation. |
| Special Precautions : | Chronic pulmonary insufficiency, chronic renal or hepatic disease. The elderly. Judgement and dexterity may be impaired, patients should be warned of these effects. Do not use alone to treat depression or anxiety associated with depression. In cases of bereavement, psychological adjustment may be impaired. Avoid long-term use; withdraw gradually. |
| Interactions : | Alcohol and other CNS depressants, anticonvulsants, narcotic analgesics, cimetidine, rifampicin. |
| Adverse Reactions : | Drowsiness, light-headedness, muscle weakness, ataxia, hypotension, visual disturbances, skin rashes, impaired alertness and dexterity. Urinary retention, changes in libido. Rarely blood disorders and jaundice. Abnormal psychological reactions, Risk of dependence increases the higher the dose and the longer the treatment. |
| Manufacturer : | Roche |
| Drug Availability : | (POM) |
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