Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Diazepam Rectal Gel
Diazepam Rectal Gel
| Generic name | diazepam |
|---|---|
| Drug class | anticonvulsant, benzodiazepine |
| Forms | rectal gel (prefilled syringe/rectal delivery system) |
Diazepam rectal gel is a fast-acting benzodiazepine medicine given as a rescue treatment to stop seizure clusters in people with epilepsy who are 2 years of age and older. It is a controlled substance given only when needed, not for daily use.
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