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Diastat is a seizure agent which is a kind of brain and nerve drug.

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge reviewed this

39 year experience in Internal Medicine

Drug Class

Seizure drug

Brands

Intensol • Benzopin • Betapam • Doval • Tranject • Valium

Generic Drug

Diazepam

Side Effects

Common

Constipation
Nausea
Sleepiness
Tremor
Confusion
Balance problems
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Headache
Irritability
Fatigue
Drowsiness
Loss of strength
Disinhibition
Double vision
Extra saliva
Wheezing
Low blood pressure
Incontinence
Euphoria
Leaking urine
Difficulty talking
Abnormal vaginal bleeding
Rash
Shaking hands or tremor

Serious

Slow heart rate
Suicidal thoughts
Slow or irregular breathing
Drug problems
Low blood pressure
Illegal drug abuse

Treats

Seizure disorder
Condition
Epilepsy
Condition

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