Generic name: diazepam rectal [ dye-AZ-e-pam ]
Brand names: Diastat AcuDial, Diastat Pediatric
Dosage form: rectal kit (10 mg; 2.5 mg; 20 mg)
Drug classes:Benzodiazepine anticonvulsants, Benzodiazepines
What is diazepam rectal?
Diazepam is a benzodiazepine (ben-zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peen).
Diazepam rectal (for use in the rectum) is used to treat occasionally increased seizures (cluster seizures) in people with epilepsy who also take other seizure medicines. Diazepam rectal is not for long-term daily use to prevent seizures.
Diazepam rectal 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 diazepam rectal 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 diazepam rectal.
