Valium 2 mg Tablet

Composition of Valium 2 mg Tablet

Valium 2 mg Tablet contains Diazepam (2mg). It belongs to the Benzodiazepine class of medicines.

Uses of Valium 2 mg Tablet

• Short-term management of anxiety disorders
• relief of acute alcohol withdrawal symptoms
• muscle spasm/spasticity
• adjunct in seizures/status epilepticus (as per physician)
• premedication for procedures (as prescribed).

Key benefits

• Relieves anxiety and tension
• Calms agitation and produces sedation
• Relaxes skeletal muscles and relieves spasms
• Helps control certain seizures (as adjunct)

How Valium 2 mg Tablet works

Diazepam is a benzodiazepine that enhances the effect of the inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA at GABA-A receptors. This reduces excessive nerve activity in the brain, producing anxiolytic, sedative, muscle-relaxant and anticonvulsant effects.

How to take Valium 2 mg Tablet

Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

Side effects of Valium 2 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Valium are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Drowsiness
• dizziness
• fatigue
• muscle weakness
• impaired coordination/ataxia
• confusion
• memory problems
• slurred speech
• nausea

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Valium 2 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Prescription-only; may cause dependence, tolerance and withdrawal—use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration. Can cause marked sedation and respiratory depression, especially with opioids, alcohol or other CNS depressants; risk of falls (elderly). Use with caution in liver disease, respiratory disease (COPD/sleep apnoea), depression/suicidal risk, history of substance abuse, myasthenia gravis, and in elderly/debilitated patients. Do not abruptly discontinue after prolonged use. Not recommended in severe hepatic impairment; caution in glaucoma (narrow-angle).

Do not take Valium if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with severe breathing problems, sleep apnoea, or severe liver disease. Not for anyone with a history of dependence, except under specialist supervision.

Interactions with other medicines

Alcohol, opioids (e.g., morphine, tramadol), other sedatives/hypnotics, antipsychotics, antidepressants, antihistamines (sedating) (additive CNS depression); CYP3A4/CYP2C19 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, fluconazole, erythromycin/clarithromycin, cimetidine, omeprazole) may increase diazepam levels; CYP inducers (e.g., rifampicin, carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbital) may reduce effect; valproate may increase sedation.

How to store Valium 2 mg Tablet

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Protect from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Valium 2 mg Tablet

Valium 2mg Tablet helps treat short term anxiety. Safety of this medicine is not established for long-term use. Do not use it for more than 4 weeks. The addiction / habit-forming potential of this medicine is very high. Take it only as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid consuming alcohol as it may increase dizziness and drowsiness. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding. Do not stop taking medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as that may lead to nausea, anxiety, agitation, flu-like symptoms, sweating, tremor, and confusion.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

ABBOTT HEALTHCARE LIMITED

Therapeutic class:

Anxiolytic / Sedative

Drug class:

Benzodiazepine

Chemical class:

1,4- benzodiazepines