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Diazepam Flashcards

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Indication

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Prolonged convulsion (+5mins) and still fitting
Repeated convulsions (3 or more) and still convulsing
Eclamptic seizures
Symptomatic cocaine toxicity
Do not give if seizure is secondary to head injury, hypoxia or hypoglycaemia

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Action

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Central nervous system depressant

Acts as a sedative and anti convulsant

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Contraindications

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Patients with known hypersensitivity

Cumulative dose exceeded

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Side effects

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Respiratory distress
Hypotension
Lightheadedness
Unsteadiness 
Drowsiness
Confusion
Amnesia
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