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Diazepam 10mg – Potent Anxiolytic & Muscle Relaxant
Fast-acting benzodiazepine for acute anxiety, seizures, and muscle spasms
Core Therapeutic Effects
✔ Anxiolytic: Rapid anxiety/panic attack relief (30-60min onset)
✔ Anticonvulsant: IV/PRN for active seizures
✔ Myorelaxant: Effective for acute muscle spasms
✔ Sedative: Pre-procedure anxiolysis
Clinical Applications
• Acute anxiety episodes (short-term use)
• Alcohol withdrawal syndrome (CIWA protocol)
• Muscle spasm relief (e.g., back injuries)
• Status epilepticus (IV formulation)
• Preoperative sedation
Dosing Guidelines
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Adults (anxiety): 2-10mg 2-4x daily (max 30mg/day)
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Muscle spasms: 5-10mg 3-4x daily
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Elderly: Half adult dose (2-5mg)
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Half-life: 20-100 hours (active metabolites)
Unique Pharmacokinetics
→ Prolonged duration due to active metabolites
→ Lipophilic: Crosses BBB rapidly
→ IM absorption: Unreliable (prefer IV/PO)
Black Box Warnings
⚠️ ADDICTION RISK: Schedule IV controlled substance
⚠️ RESPIRATORY DEPRESSION: Potentiated by opioids/alcohol
⚠️ WITHDRAWAL SYNDROME: Taper after >2 weeks use
Safety Considerations
• Avoid in: Severe COPD, sleep apnea, acute glaucoma
• Monitor for: Paradoxical reactions in elderly
• Disposal: DEA take-back programs only
Available as:
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Blue 10mg tablets (scored)
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IV/IM injection (5mg/mL)
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Rectal gel (for seizures)