Diazepam (Rectal Route)

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Diazepam (Rectal Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Diastat
  • Diastat Pediatric

Description

Diazepam rectal gel is used to control certain seizure disorders such as epilepsy.

Diazepam is a benzodiazepine. Benzodiazepines belong to the group of medicines called central nervous system (CNS) depressants, which are medicines that slow down the nervous system.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Before Using
DR602765 Portions of this document last updated: Nov. 1, 2011

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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