Description
What is Diazepam 5mg?
Diazepam 5mg is an oral medication used to manage seizures, muscle spasms, anxiety, and GAD. It belongs to the class of drugs called benzodiazepines, which accelerate GABA(A) and inhibit hyperactivity in the brain and CNS.
How does Diazepam 5mg function?
Diazepam 5mg is a BZD drug that enhances the activity of neurotransmitters. It increases the activity of GABA and reduces the activity in the brain and CNS. The onset of action is one to five minutes for IV administration, and the duration of Diazepam’s peak pharmacological effects is 15 minutes to one hour. The half-life of Diazepam is 30-56 hours, and the peak plasma level occurs between 30-60 minutes.
What are some side effects of Diazepam 5mg?
Like most BZD drugs, Diazepam 5mg has some side effects, including dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, upset stomach, and constipation. These side effects are likely to go away on their own. However, if any side effects worsen or persist, inform your healthcare provider.
Severe side effects of Diazepam 5mg are rare but may include a decrease in effort to breathe, lack of energy, allergic reactions, blisters and hives, yellowing of eyes, psychosis, and hallucinations. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any bizarre physical or psychological side effects.
What are the precautions for using Diazepam 5mg?
Diazepam 5mg is an FDA-approved medication. If you have any pre-existing medical conditions, inform your doctor about them. Also, if you have any health conditions that may increase the risk of severe side effects or worsen pre-existing health conditions, inform your healthcare provider.
Apart from that, if you are allergic to active/inactive components of the drug, have wide-angle/narrow-angle glaucoma, Myasthenia Gravis, respiratory and lung disease, liver and renal health conditions, or sleep apnea, inform your healthcare provider.
What are some drug interactions of Diazepam 5mg?
Diazepam 5mg may interact with certain drugs, which may increase the risk of drug interaction and cause serious health issues that can damage your health in the long run. If you are taking a certain medication, inform your doctor as he will adjust the dose if there is a chance of drug interaction.
Possible pharmacological interactions of Diazepam 5mg include potentiation of the drug’s effect when taken with barbiturates, opioids, phenothiazines, and anti-depressants. It increases the central depressive effect of alcohol and other sedatives and muscle relaxants. Oral contraceptives significantly decrease the removal of Desmethyldiazepam, a major metabolite of Diazepam.
How to take Diazepam 5mg?
Read the package leaflet instructions and take Diazepam 5mg as per your doctor’s instructions. You can take it before or after food, but do not break, chew or pound the tablet.
If you are a pregnant or breastfeeding mother, inform your doctor about it as he may adjust the dose if required. Also, ask your doctor about the pros and cons of taking Diazepam while on Diazepam.
Diazepam 5mg is a controlled class and Scheduled IV drug and is an FDA-approved drug for short-term use. It is habit-forming and addictive. Always take it as per the instruction of your doctor and do not stop it suddenly as it may result in serious withdrawal symptoms.
