Manufacturer : Diazepam (2mg)

Made In: Abbott

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION Valium 2mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of short-term anxiety. It can also be used to treat acute alcohol withdrawal, to relieve muscle spasm and as adjunctive therapy for seizures. This medicine relaxes the nerve cells and calms the brain. Valium 2mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor as it has a high potential of habit-forming. If you have missed any doses, take it as soon as you remember it and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly without talking to your doctor as it can cause withdrawal effects like depression and difficulty sleeping. The most common side effects of this medicine include drowsiness, fatigue, muscle weakness, and impaired coordination. If any of these side effects do not subside on their own or get worse, let your doctor know. Also, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may cause weight gain. But, a well balanced diet and regular exercise can help to reduce extra weight. If you have been taking this medicine for a long time then regular monitoring of blood and liver functions may be required. USES OF VALIUM TABLET Short term anxiety Alcohol withdrawal Muscle spasm Epilepsy BENEFITS OF VALIUM TABLET In Short term anxiety Valium 2mg Tablet reduces the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry that are triggered only at the time of stressful conditions that last for a shorter duration. These could be job interviews, exams, stage performances, etc. It can effectively manage feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating and feeling irritable. Valium 2mg Tablet will therefore help you go about your daily activities more easily and be more productive. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. Stopping suddenly can cause serious problems. Show More SIDE EFFECTS OF VALIUM TABLET Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you?re worried about them Common side effects of Valium Drowsiness Fatigue Muscle weakness Impaired coordination HOW TO USE VALIUM TABLET Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Valium 2mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. HOW VALIUM TABLET WORKS Valium 2mg Tablet is a benzodiazepine. It works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger (GABA) which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain. SAFETY ADVICE warnings Alcohol UNSAFE It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Valium 2mg Tablet. warnings Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Valium 2mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor. warnings Breast feeding CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Valium 2mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. warnings Driving UNSAFE Valium 2mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Valium 2mg Tablet can make you sleepy, forgetful, and have poor co-ordination. This may affect your ability to drive. warnings Kidney CAUTION Valium 2mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Valium 2mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Dose adjustment may be required if it is to be given for a long period warnings Liver CAUTION Valium 2mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Valium 2mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE VALIUM TABLET? If you miss a dose of Valium 2mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.