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Valium - Diazepam
(dye az' e pam)
Why is this medication
prescribed?
Valium is used to relieve anxiety, muscle
spasms, and seizures and to control agitation caused by alcohol
withdrawal.
This medication is sometimes prescribed for
other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
How should this medicine be
used?
Valium 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
Valium exactly as directed.
Valium 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 concentrate in water, juice,
or carbonated beverages just before taking it. It also may be mixed with
applesauce or pudding just before taking the dose.
Valium can be habit-forming. Do not take a
larger dose, take it more often, or for a longer time than your doctor
tells you to. Tolerance may develop with long-term or excessive use,
making the drug less effective. This medication must be taken regularly to
be effective. Do not skip doses even if you feel that you do not need
them. Do not take Valium for more than 4 months or stop taking this
medication without talking to your doctor. Stopping the drug suddenly can
worsen your condition and cause withdrawal symptoms (anxiousness,
sleeplessness, and irritability). Your doctor probably will decrease your
dose gradually.
Other uses for this medicine
Valium is also used to treat irritable bowel
syndrome and panic attacks. Talk to your doctor about the possible risks
of using this drug for your condition.
What special precautions
should I follow?
Before taking Valium,
tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to Valium,
alprazolam (Xanax), chlordiazepoxide (Librium, Librax), clonazepam (Klonopin),
clorazepate (Tranxene), estazolam (ProSom), flurazepam (Dalmane),
lorazepam (Ativan), oxazepam (Serax), prazepam (Centrax), temazepam (Restoril),
triazolam (Halcion), or any other drugs.
tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription
medications you are taking, especially antihistamines; cimetadine (Tagamet);
digoxin (Lanoxin); disulfiram (Antabuse); fluoxetine (Prozac);
isoniazide (INH, Laniazid, Nydrazid); ketoconazole (Nizoral); levodopa (Larodopa,
Sinemet); medications for depression, seizures, pain, Parkinson's
disease, asthma, colds, or allergies; metoprolol (Lopressor, Toprol XL);
muscle relaxants; oral contraceptives; probenecid (Benemid);
propoxyphene (Darvon); propranolol (Inderal); ranitidine (Zantac);
rifampin (Rifadin); sedatives; sleeping pills; theophylline (Theo-Dur);
tranquilizers; valproic acid (Depakene); and vitamins. These medications
may add to the drowsiness caused by Valium.
if you use antacids, take Valium first, then wait 1 hour before taking
the antacid.
tell your doctor if you have or have ever had glaucoma; seizures; or
lung, heart, or liver disease.
tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are
breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking Valium, call your
doctor immediately.
if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or
dentist that you are taking Valium.
you should know that this drug may make you drowsy. Do not drive a car
or operate machinery until you know how this drug affects you.
remember that alcohol can add to the drowsiness caused by this drug.
tell your doctor if you use tobacco products. Cigarette smoking may
decrease the effectiveness of this drug.
What should I do if I forget a
dose?
If you take several doses per day and miss a
dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do
not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
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