Diazepam Oral

Also sold as Diazepam

Medicine summary · from official FDA labels · Oct 19, 2026

Serious warning: WARNING: RISKS FROM CONCOMITANT USE WITH OPIOIDS; ABUSE, MISUSE, AND ADDICTION; and DEPENDENCE AND WITHDRAWAL REACTIONS Concomitant use of benzodiazepines and opioids may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. Reserve concomitant prescribing of these drugs in patients for whom alternative treatment options are inadequate.

7 recalls on record — a recall affects specific batches; check with your pharmacist.

What it’s used for

Diazepam is indicated for the management of anxiety disorders or for the short-term relief of the symptoms of anxiety. Anxiety or tension associated with the stress of everyday life usually does not require treatment with an anxiolytic.

How to take it

Dosage should be individualized for maximum beneficial effect. While the usual daily dosages given below will meet the needs of most patients, there will be some who may require higher doses.

Important warnings

Risks from Concomitant Use with Opioids Concomitant use of benzodiazepines, including diazepam, and opioids may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. Because of these risks, reserve concomitant prescribing of these drugs in patients for whom alternative treatment options are inadequate.

Common side effects

Side effects most commonly reported were drowsiness, fatigue, muscle weakness and ataxia. The following have also been reported: Central Nervous System: confusion, depression, dysarthria, headache, slurred speech, tremor, vertigo Gastrointestinal System: constipation, nausea, gastrointestinal disturbances Special Senses: blurred vision, diplopia, dizziness Cardiovascular System: hypotension Psychiatric and Paradoxical Reactions: stimulation, restlessness, acute hyperexcited states, anxiety, agitation, aggressiveness, irritability, rage, hallucinations, psychoses, delusions, increased muscle spasticity, insomnia, sleep disturbances, and nightmares.

Forms & strengths

10 MG Rectal Suppository · 5 MG/ML Injectable Suspension · 0.5 MG/ML Oral Suspension · 2 MG/ML Oral Suspension · 0.4 MG/ML Oral Solution · 10 MG Oral Tablet · 2 MG Oral Tablet · 5 MG Oral Tablet · 100 MG/ML Nasal Spray · 50 MG/ML Nasal Spray · 75 MG/ML Nasal Spray · 1 MG/ML Oral Solution · 5 MG/ML Oral Solution · 5 MG/ML Injectable Solution

Questions to ask your doctor or pharmacist

Is this the right medicine for my condition, and how long should I take it?
What side effects should I watch for, and which need urgent attention?
Does this interact with my other medicines, supplements, or alcohol?
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