Diastat Pediatric
Generic name:diazepam rectal [ dye-AZ-e-pam ]
Brand names: Diastat AcuDial, Diastat Pediatric
Drug class:Benzodiazepine anticonvulsants
What is Diastat Pediatric?
Diazepam is a benzodiazepine (ben-zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peen).
Diastat Pediatric (for use in the rectum) is used to treat occasionally increased seizures (cluster seizures) in people with epilepsy who also take other seizure medicines. This medicine is not for long-term daily use to prevent seizures.
Diastat Pediatric may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Diazepam can slow or stop your breathing, especially if you have recently used an opioid medication or alcohol.
MISUSE OF Diastat Pediatric CAN CAUSE ADDICTION, OVERDOSE, OR DEATH. Keep the medication in a place where others cannot get to it.
Do not stop using diazepam without asking your doctor. You may have life-threatening withdrawal symptoms if you stop using the medicine suddenly after long-term use. Some withdrawal symptoms may last up to 12 months or longer.
Get medical help right away if you stop using diazepam and have symptoms such as: unusual muscle movements, being more active or talkative, sudden and severe changes in mood or behavior, confusion, hallucinations, seizures, or thoughts about suicide.
This medicine is not for all types of seizures. If you are a caregiver, do not give this medicine unless you know how to recognize a seizure that should be treated with Diastat Pediatric.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to diazepam (Valium). You may not be able to use Diastat Pediatric if you have glaucoma.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
glaucoma;
liver or kidney disease;
a drug or alcohol addiction; or
depression, a mood disorder, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.
May harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant. If you use diazepam during pregnancy, your baby could be born with life-threatening withdrawal symptoms, and may need medical treatment for several weeks.
Do not start or stop seizure medication during pregnancy without your doctor's advice. Diazepam may harm an unborn baby, but having a seizure during pregnancy could harm b...
