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Diazepam (Valium) |
Benzodiazapine, Anticonvulsant, Sedative
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Diazepam (Valium)
Therapeutic Effects: |
*Suppresses the spread of sezure sctivity through suppression of the motor cortex of the brain
*Promotes muscle relaxtion through inhibition of spinal motor reflex pathways |
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Diazepam (Valium)
Indications: |
*Active major motor seizures
*Sedation prior to cardioversion and pacing *Severe Anxiety *Alchol withdrawal |
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Diazepam (Valium)
Contraindications: |
*Hypersenitivity to the drug
*Altered LOC of unknown etiology |
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Diazepam (Valium)
Side Effects: (Cardiovascular) |
Hypotension, bradycardia
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Diazepam (Valium)
Side Effects: (Neruological) |
dizziness, ataxia, fatigue, drowsiness, amnesia
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Diazepam (Valium)
Side Effects: (Respiratory) |
respiratory depression, apnea
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