Diazepam

Question 1

Indication

Answer 1

Prolonged convulsion (+5mins) and still fitting
Repeated convulsions (3 or more) and still convulsing
Eclamptic seizures
Symptomatic cocaine toxicity
Do not give if seizure is secondary to head injury, hypoxia or hypoglycaemia

Question 2

Action

Answer 2

Central nervous system depressant

Acts as a sedative and anti convulsant

Question 3

Contraindications

Answer 3

Patients with known hypersensitivity

Cumulative dose exceeded

Question 4

Side effects

Answer 4

Respiratory distress
Hypotension
Lightheadedness
Unsteadiness 
Drowsiness
Confusion
Amnesia