Diazepam Flashcards
1
Q
What are the indications for use of diazepam (Valium)?
A
- Seizures/ Status epilepticus
- Skeletal muscle relaxation
- Severely anxious or agitated patients (sedation)
- Cocaine overdose
2
Q
What is the ADULT dose of diazepam (Valium) for seizure control, sedation/muscle relaxation?
A
5 to 10mg IVP q 10-15 min prn (Max 30mg)
IM dosage not recommended due to slow, erratic absorption - non lipid soluble
3
Q
What is the dose of diazepam for use in Cocaine OD (Hypertension, SVT, seizure)?
A
5mg IVP repeat Prn to 20 mg
4
Q
What is the dose of diazepam (Valium) for control of seizures in pediatrics?
A
(Infants to 5yr) 0.2 to 0.5 mg IVP, q 2-5min prn (Max 5 mg)
Children >5yr) 1.0mg IVP, q2-5min (Max 10mg
5
Q
What dose of diazepam (Valium) is used for pediatric sedation?
A
0.1 to 0.2mg/kg IVP prn; titrate to effect
6
Q
List the contraindications to diazepam.
A
- Hypersensitivity to drug or emulsion (egg phospholipids, soybean oil etc)
- Narrow angle glaucoma
