Diazepam rectal gel is a drug that is used during increased seizure activity in adults and children. This eMedTV page offers an overview of the medication, including information on how it works, when it is used, and potential side effects.
Some common side effects of diazepam rectal gel include headaches, drowsiness, and diarrhea. This eMedTV segment takes a closer look at these and other side effects of the drug, and explains which ones may need immediate medical care.
As this eMedTV page explains, diazepam rectal gel is used for controlling seizures in adults and children who have episodes of increased seizure activity. This page also discusses diazepam rectal gel uses in children as young as two years old.
As this eMedTV Web page explains, the diazepam rectal gel dosing guidelines your healthcare provider will follow are based on several factors, such as your age and weight. This page also offers some suggestions for those taking diazepam rectal gel.
This eMedTV page explains that drug interactions with diazepam rectal gel can occur when the medicine is combined with certain other drugs, such as anesthetics, narcotics, or alcohol. This page also covers the problems these interactions can cause.
Do not take diazepam rectal gel if you are allergic to the drug or if you have acute narrow-angle glaucoma. This eMedTV resource offers other precautions and warnings with diazepam rectal gel and explains what to tell your doctor before using it.
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