Diazepam is indicated for the management of anxiety disorders or for the short-term relief of the symptoms of anxiety. Anxiety or tension associated with the stress of everyday life usually does not require treatment with an anxiolytic.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Diazepam. Full label: DailyMed.
Diazepam is indicated for the management of anxiety disorders or for the short-term relief of the symptoms of anxiety. Anxiety or tension associated with the stress of everyday life usually does not require treatment with an anxiolytic. In acute alcohol withdrawal, diazepam may be useful in the symptomatic relief of acute agitation, tremor, impending or acute delirium tremens and hallucinosis. As an adjunct prior to endoscopic procedures if apprehension, anxiety or acute stress reactions are present, and to diminish the patient's recall of the procedures. (See WARNINGS.) Diazepam is a useful adjunct for the relief of skeletal muscle spasm due to reflex spasm to local pathology (such as inflammation of the muscles or joints, or secondary to trauma); spasticity caused by upper motor neuron disorders (such as cerebral palsy and paraplegia); athetosis; stiff-man syndrome; and tetanus. Diazepam injection is a useful adjunct in status epilepticus.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Diazepam. Full label: DailyMed.
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION Dosage should be individualized for maximum beneficial effect. The usual recommended dose in older children and adults ranges from 2 mg to 20 mg intramuscular or intravenous, depending on the indication and its severity. In some conditions, e.g., tetanus, larger doses may be required.
Directions from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Diazepam — your doctor or pharmacist may advise differently.
Diazepam is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to this drug; acute narrow angle glaucoma; and open angle glaucoma unless patients are receiving appropriate therapy.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Diazepam. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
Risks from Concomitant Use with Opioids Concomitant use of benzodiazepines, including diazepam, and opioids may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. Because of these risks, reserve concomitant prescribing of benzodiazepines and opioids in patients for whom alternative treatment options are inadequate. Observational studies have demonstrated that concomitant use of opioid analgesics and benzodiazepines increases the risk of drug-related mortality compared to use of opioids alone.
Warnings and precautions excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Diazepam — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
Side effects most commonly reported were drowsiness, fatigue, and ataxia; venous thrombosis and phlebitis at the site of injection. Other adverse reactions less frequently reported include: CNS: Confusion, depression, dysarthria, headache, hypoactivity, slurred speech, syncope, tremor, vertigo. G.I.: Constipation, nausea. G.U.: Incontinence, changes in libido, urinary retention.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Diazepam — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor about side effects.
18 brands · 10 makers in the NepalDoc catalog — see the full Diazepam guide →
Store at 20 to 25°C (68 to 77°F). Protect from light.
Storage information from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Diazepam.
What is Sipam?
Sipam Injection is a Diazepam medicine made by Shiv Pharmaceutical Laboratories. It comes as Injection.
What is Sipam used for?
According to its FDA label, Diazepam is used for the management of anxiety disorders or for the short-term relief of the symptoms of anxiety.
What is the generic name of Sipam?
The generic name of Sipam is Diazepam.
Which brands of Diazepam are available in Nepal?
18 brands of Diazepam are listed in the NepalDoc catalog, from 10 makers — including Calmpose 5mg Injection, Calmpose 10mg Injection, Calmpose 10mg Tablet, Calmpose 5mg Tablet, depsol plus 25 mg Tablet, Lori 10mg Injection.
What are the side effects of Diazepam?
Side effects most commonly reported were drowsiness, fatigue, and ataxia; venous thrombosis and phlebitis at the site of injection. Other adverse reactions less frequently reported include: CNS: Confusion, depression, dysarthria, headache, hypoactivity, slurred speech, syncope, tremor, vertigo.
This page is information only and is not medical advice. Medicine details come from the sources listed above and may change — always confirm the medicine, strength and dose with a pharmacist or doctor before use. A catalog listing does not guarantee that a medicine is in stock at any pharmacy.
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