Valium/diazepam Flashcards
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Q
Valium MOA?
A
Binds to benzodiazepine receptors enhancing effects of GABA, inducing CNS depression & relaxing skeletal muscles.
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Q
Valium class?
A
Benzodiazepine
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Q
Valium indications?
A
Status epilepticus
Delirium Tremens
Sedation
Induction to cardioversion
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Q
Valium contraindications?
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Hypersensitivity, coma, shock, <6mths, respiratory depression, substance abuse