
Valium Generic Name: DIAZEPAM (dye-AZ-e-pam)
Valium Drug Manufacturer: ROCHE
Valium Common Uses: This medicine is a benzodiazepine used to treat
anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and muscle spasms. It may also be used to treat
seizures, insomnia, and other conditions as determined by your doctor.
How to use this Valium Medicine: Follow the directions for using this
medicine provided by your doctor. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature,
away from heat and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE and you are
using it regularly, take it as soon as possible. If you do not remember
until later, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing
schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Valium Cautions: DO NOT EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED DOSE or take this medicine
for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor. Exceeding the
recommended dose or taking this medicine for longer than prescribed may be
habit-forming. DO NOT DRIVE, OPERATE MACHINERY, OR DO ANYTHING ELSE THAT
COULD BE DANGEROUS until you know how you react to this medicine. Using this
medicine alone, with other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your
ability to drive or to perform other potentially dangerous tasks. BEFORE YOU
BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter,
check with your doctor or pharmacist. FOR WOMEN: THIS MEDICINE HAS BEEN
SHOWN TO CAUSE HARM to the human fetus. IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT,
discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine
during pregnancy. THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED IN BREAST MILK. DO NOT
BREAST-FEED while taking this medicine.
Valium Possible Side Effects: SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during
treatment, include excessive daytime drowsiness, unusual weakness,
dizziness, lightheadedness, headache, clumsiness, or unsteadiness. If they
continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. If you notice other
effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.