Question 1

what are common symptoms of a diazepam overdose?

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Sedation, confusion: Sedation, confusion, disorientation, uncoordination, disinhibition, respiratory depression and death.

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: diazepam overdose?

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Diazepam OD: Valium (Diazepam) is a  benzodiazapine medication that is used to treat anxiety. Valium overdose can cause blurred vision, slowed reflexes, respiratory problems, blue lips,  ataxia, confusion, coma or death.

Question 3

what could be the side effects of a small cetirizine and diazepam overdose?

Accepted Answer

Increase of sedation: Cetirizine is a sedating antihistamine and when added to diazepam/valium (a hypnotic) can compound the effect of sedation. If just 2-3x the usual dose may not cause much more than prolonged sedation, but if excessive od of diazepam and cause respiratory depression/low oxygen which may trigger hypoxic injury to your brain/heart. Be carefull, be safe, take meds only as given. Consult doc. Good luck.

Question 4

ativam 5mg is it the same strength as a 10 mg diazepam?

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Ativan (lorazepam): That is a high dose of ativan (lorazepam). Much higher than the 10mg. Equivalent.

Question 5

i took by accident adouble dose of diazepam what should i do?

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What was the dosage?: The seriousness of this issue is dependent on your age, body weight, and how many milligrams of diazepam you actually took. It will probably make you sleepy and will not cause you further harm. Do not drink any alcohol with this. It also depends on what other medications you take. If in doubt, contact poison control and or call the emergency department at your local hospital.

Question 6

hi ' i've shaved 5mg of my original 20mg a day over 4 months ' am i doing well  ? it's diazepam.

Accepted Answer

Yes: If you are feeling well, this is great.  Benzos should be taken and weaned off of with caution.  It sounds like you are doing this.  I would encourage you to do,this,with your doctor's supervision .  Continue to explore alternative ways to manage your,anxiety.  Sounds like you are on a good path.

Question 7

how strong is valium or diazepam?

Accepted Answer

Strong based on dose: Diazepam is usually prescribed in 2.5, 5 or 10 mg doses. The effect of the medication is dose dependent. It is a "rescue" mediciation, not a controller. If you are panicky, it will help you to relax. But there are medications which can help to prevent those anxious feelings in the first place, ssris. Never use diazepam with alcohol!

Question 8

can i take sulpiride with diazepam?

Accepted Answer

Adverse sedation : Sulpiride is an atypical antipsychotic used mainly in europe and japan for treatment of psychosis associated with schizophrenia.  It is not approved for use in the us, canada or the uk. Diazepam is an antianxiety agent approved worldwide. The two drugs, where approved, should only be used together with great caution and monitering as there is a real potential for adverse sedation when combined.

Question 9

can you take fluanxol with diazepam?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes. It is a thioxanthine derivative and is a typical antipsychotic marketed outside the us. It's other name is flupenthixol and it may be taken with valium.

Question 10

can you fluanxol and diazepam together?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if Rx'ed by Dr: If your dr recommends this, it can be used together. If you have questions or concerns, you should always ask them to your prescriber, and can also ask your pharmacist.

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