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Diastat Guide
- Summary
- Why it is Prescribed
- Brand Names
- How it Works
- Other Information
- Other Uses
- Overdose
- Precautions
- Possible Side Effects
- Storage Conditions
Why it is Prescribed
Diazepam is used to relieve anxiety, muscle spasms, and seizures and to control agitation caused by alcohol withdrawal.
How it Works
Diazepam comes as a tablet, extended-release (long-acting) capsule, and concentrate (liquid) to take by mouth. Do not open, chew, or crush the extended-release capsules; swallow them whole. It usually is taken one to four times a day and may be taken with or without food. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take diazepam exactly as directed. Diazepam concentrate (liquid) comes with a specially marked dropper for measuring the dose. Ask your pharmacist to show you how to use the dropper. Dilute the ...
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I have a question about seizures and diastat and hospital visits and EEG's: *For those that have or have had to administer diastat, does it always work or have there been cases of it not working...
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Diastat Directions in French
have Diastat for him which thankfully we have never had to use. I'm trying to find directions for using the Diastat in French and haven't had any luck yet. Any ideas? Thanks so much, Cathy...
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