Diazepam

Question 1

Diazepam: class

Answer 1

Benzodiazepine, Sedative- Hypnotic, anticonvulsant

Question 2

Diazepam: Mechanism of action

Answer 2

Potentates effects of inhibitory neurotransmitters
Raises seizure threshold
Induces amnesia and sedation

Question 3

Diazepam: Indications

Answer 3

Acute anxiety states (attacks); Acute Alcohol withdrawal (Delirium Tremens) ; Muscle relaxant; Seizure activity
Analgesia for medical procedures

Question 4

Diazepam: Dosage and Admin.

Answer 4

Adult: 
Seizures- 5-10mg IV q 10-15min prn 
(5mg over 5min) Max 30mg 
Pedi:
Seizures- 0.2-0.3mg/kg dose IV q 15-30min 
(3mg over 5min) Max 10mg

Sedation for Cardioversion: 5-15mg IV over 5-10min prior to procedure