1. Diazepam
“Diazepam is a benzodiazepine .Itaffectschemicalsin the brain that may be unbalanced in
people withanxiety.” Diazepamisusedto treat anxietydisorders, alcohol withdrawal symptoms,
or muscle spasms.Diazepamissometimesusedwithothermedicationstotreatseizures.”
Before taking this medicine
You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to diazepam or similar drugs
(Ativan, Klonopin, Restoril, Xanax, and others), or if you have:
myasthenia gravis (a muscle weakness disorder);
severe liver disease;
a severe breathing problem;
sleep apnea (breathing stops during sleep); or
alcoholism, or addiction to drugs similar to diazepam.
To make sure diazepam is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have any of these
conditions:
glaucoma;
asthma, emphysema, bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder
(COPD), or other breathing problems;
kidney or liver disease;
epilepsy or other seizure disorder;
a history of mental illness, depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior;
a history of drug or alcohol addiction; or
if you use a narcotic (opioid) medication.
Minor Side Effects
Some of the side effects that can occur with diazepam may not need medical
attention. As your body adjusts to the medicine during treatment these side effects
may go away. Your health care professional may also be able to tell you about ways
to reduce or prevent some of these side effects. If any of the following side effects
continue, are bothersome or if you have any questions about them, check with your
health care professional:
Incidence not known:
Constipation
decreased interest in sexual intercourse
2. diarrhea
difficulty with swallowing
double vision
dry mouth
feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings
inability to have or keep an erection
increase in sexual ability, desire, drive, or performance
increased interest in sexual intercourse
increased watering of the mouth
indigestion
loss of sexual ability, desire, drive, or performance
passing of gas
seeing double
sensation of spinning
