food interaction for Diacalm Tablet
alcohol interaction for Diacalm Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Diacalm Tablet
lactation interaction for Diacalm Tablet
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Diacalm 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Diacalm 10mg Tablet.
UNSAFE
Diacalm 10mg 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Diacalm 10mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SALT INFORMATION FOR Diacalm 10mg Tablet
Diazepam(10mg)
Diacalm tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of short term anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, muscle spasm and epilepsy.
How diacalm tablet works
Diacalm 10mg 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.
Common side effects of diacalm tablet
Drowsiness, Fatigue, Muscle weakness, Impaired coordination
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Expert advice FOR Diacalm Tablet
- Diazepam helps treat short term anxiety.
- Safety of this medicine is not established for long-term use. Do not use it for more than 4 weeks.
- The addiction / habit-forming potential of this medicine is very high. Take it only as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor
- It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol as it may increase dizziness and drowsiness.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Do not stop taking medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as that may lead to nausea, anxiety, agitation, flu-like symptoms, sweating, tremor, and confusion.
Frequently asked questions FOR Diacalm 10mg Tablet
Diazepam
Q. Is Diacalm 10mg Tablet an antidepressant? What is it used for?
Diacalm 10mg Tablet is not an antidepressant and belongs to a group of medicines called benzodiazepine. It is used to treat severe anxiety (an emotional state where you may sweat, tremble, feel anxious and have a fast heartbeat) or agitation. It is also used to treat trembling, muscle spasm due to tetanus or poisoning, seizures or fits, confusional states or anxiety associated with alcohol withdrawal. It also helps in relaxing patients before minor operations or procedures.
Q. How long does it take for Diacalm 10mg Tablet to start working?
It depends on what you are taking Diacalm 10mg Tablet for. If you are taking it to treat anxiety, you should start feeling better within a few hours, but it may take a week or two before the full benefits become evident. Similarly, if you are taking it to relieve muscle spasm you may notice a difference after 15 minutes. Your muscles will start relaxing when you keep taking Diacalm 10mg Tablet regularly for a few days.
Q. Does Diacalm 10mg Tablet cause sleepiness? If yes, then should I stop driving while taking Diacalm 10mg Tablet?
Yes, Diacalm 10mg Tablet causes drowsiness very commonly. It also causes forgetfulness and affects muscular function which may adversely affect your ability to drive. Sometimes, drowsiness persists even on the following day. So, in case Diacalm 10mg Tablet makes you sleepy and affects your alertness, you should avoid driving.