Diazepam 5mg

 What is Diazepam 5mg?

Diazepam 5mg is an oral medication for managing seizures, muscle spasms, anxiety, and GAD. In addition, it belongs to the class of drugs called benzodiazepines that accelerates GABA( A) and inhibits hyperactivity in the brain and CNS.

How does Diazepam 5mg function?

Diazepam 5mg is a BZD drug; the activity of neurotransmitters is enhanced, an. As a result, 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; 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 clan drugs, side effects of Diazepam 5mg have similar side effects that include 

• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Dry mouth 
• Upset stomach
• Constipation

These side effects are likely to go on their own. Furthermore, inform your health care provider if any side effects worsen or persist.

Severe side effects include :

Severe side effects of Diazepam 5mg are rare. However, he is a few severe side effects of Diazepam 5mg are as follows:

• Decrease effort to breath
• Lack of energy
• Allergic reaction 
• Blisters and hives 
• Yellowing of eyes
• Ps.ychosis 
• Hallucination 

Seek immediate medical attention if you see any bizarre physical and psychological side effects. Get prompt medical attention.

What is the precaution of using Diazepam 5mg?

Diazepam 5mg is an FDA-approved medication, and in case of any pre-existing medical condition, you must tell your doctor about it. In addition, if you see any health condition, it may increase the risk of severe side effects and worsen the pre-existing health condition.

• allergic to active/ inactive components of the drug
•  wide-angle / narrow-angle glaucoma
• Myasthenia Gravis 
•  Respiratory and Lung disease
•  Liver and renal health conditions
•  Sleep apnea 

Apart from that, if you have any health condition, you must inform your health care provider that he will make changes for the optimum benefit from the drug, and it will provide relief from nagging symptoms. 

What are some drug interactions of Diazepam 5mg?

Diazepam 5mg may interact with certain drugs, which may increase the risk of drug interaction, and it can cause serious health issues that can damage your health in the long run. Drug interaction can be mild and serious; therefore, it is important to know about it beforehand.

Drug interaction significantly increases the risk of severe side effects and reduces the drug’s effectiveness, and certain drugs used together can amplify its effects. In both cases, it can take a toll on your health.

If you are taking a certain medication, it is important to inform your doctor as he will adjust the dose if there is a chance of drug interaction. Here are possible pharmacological interactions of Diazepam 5mg.

When taken with barbiturates, opioids, phenothiazines, and anti-depressant potentiate the drug’s effect, and 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?

Please read the package leaflet instructions and take it as per your doctor’s instructions.

You can take it before and after food; you must not break, chew or pound the tablet. 

If you are a pregnant or breastfeeding mother, then it is important to inform your doctor about it as he may adjust the dose if at all it is required. In addition, you must 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