Take
Diazepam exactly as directed by your doctor. Take each oral dose with a full glass of water. Do not take
Diazepam medication more often or in larger doses than is prescribed.
Diazepam 5mg /
Diazepam 10mg is habit forming. You can become physically and psychologically dependent on the medication. Withdrawal effects may occur if your
Diazepam medication is stopped suddenly after several weeks of continuous use. Your doctor may recommend a gradual reduction in dose.
If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking
Diazepam and seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately: an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, face, or tongue; or hives); sores in the mouth or throat; yellowing of the skin or eyes; a rash; hallucinations or severe confusion; or changes in your vision. Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take
Diazepam and talk to your doctor if you experience drowsiness, dizziness, or clumsiness; depression; nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or constipation; difficulty urinating; vivid dreams; headache; dry mouth; decreased sex drive; or changes in behavior. Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities.
Diazepam medication will cause drowsiness and may cause dizziness. If you experience drowsiness or dizziness, avoid these activities. Avoid alcohol while taking
Diazepam. Alcohol may increase drowsiness and dizziness caused by
Diazepam. Alcohol may also increase the risk of having a seizure if
Diazepam medication is being taken for a seizure condition.
Diazepam 10mg /
Diazepam 5mg may increase the effects of other drugs that cause drowsiness, including antidepressants, alcohol, antihistamines, sedatives (used to treat insomnia), pain relievers, anxiety medicines, seizure medicines, and muscle relaxants. Tell your doctor about all medicines that you are taking, and do not take any medicine without first talking to your doctor.
Diazepam may increase the effects of other drugs that cause drowsiness, including antidepressants, alcohol, antihistamines, sedatives (used to treat insomnia), pain relievers, anxiety medicines, seizure medicines, and muscle relaxants. Tell your doctor about all medicines that you are taking, and do not take any medicine without first talking to your doctor. Antacids may decrease the effects of
Diazepam. Separate doses of an antacid and
Diazepam by several hours whenever possible. Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with
Diazepam. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.
Symptoms of a
Diazepam overdose include sleepiness, dizziness, confusion, a slow heart beat, difficulty breathing, difficulty walking and talking, an appearance of being drunk, and unconsciousness.
If you miss a dose, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the dose you missed and take only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication. A double dose could be dangerous.
