What's Diazepam Prescribed for?

About diazepam
Diazepam belongs to a group of medicines called benzodiazepines. It's used to treat anxiety, muscle spasms and fits (seizures). It's also used in hospital to reduce alcohol withdrawal symptoms, such as sweating or difficulty sleeping.

What happens if you take diazepam when you don't need it?

If you don't take it: Your symptoms (anxiety, tremors or agitation from alcohol withdrawal, muscle spasms, or seizures) won't get better. If you suddenly stop taking it: You may have withdrawal symptoms, such as: tremors. stomach and muscle cramps or pain.

What is the therapeutic use of diazepam?

Diazepam is used to relieve anxiety and to control agitation caused by alcohol withdrawal.

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