Diacalm 10mg Tablet
Manufacturer
East West Pharma
Salt Composition
Diazepam (10mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Diacalm 10mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat short-term anxiety, acute alcohol withdrawal, muscle spasm, and as adjunctive therapy for seizures.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Diacalm 10mg Tablet is a benzodiazepine that works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger (GABA) which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain. It may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor as it has a high potential of habit-forming. If you have missed any doses, take it as soon as you remember it and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly without talking to your doctor as it can cause withdrawal effects like depression and difficulty sleeping.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Diacalm 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Diacalm 10mg Tablet is a benzodiazepine that works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger (GABA) which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Quick Tips
Diacalm 10mg Tablet 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. It may cause weight gain. But a well-balanced diet and regular exercise can help to reduce extra weight.
Frequently asked questions
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.
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.
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.
Is it safe to take Diacalm 10mg Tablet and alcohol together?
No, it is not at all recommended to take alcohol with Diacalm 10mg Tablet since it can cause breathing problems, sleepiness and heart problems. Taking Diacalm 10mg Tablet with alcohol may make you sleepy and your breathing may become so shallow that you may not wake up. This may even lead to death.
Is Diacalm 10mg Tablet addictive?
People taking Diacalm 10mg Tablet in high doses or for a long term may become addicted to it. Also, people with a history of alcoholism and drug abuse are more likely to become addicted to Diacalm 10mg Tablet. Therefore, Diacalm 10mg Tablet should be taken for the shortest possible time and in the lowest effective dose.
Can I stop taking Diacalm 10mg Tablet if I start feeling better?
No, do not stop taking Diacalm 10mg Tablet suddenly as you may experience withdrawal effects like depression, nervousness, difficulty in sleeping, irritability, sweating, upset stomach or diarrhea. Stopping it suddenly may even bring back the symptoms and make them harder to treat. You may also experience mood changes, anxiety, restlessness and changes in sleep patterns. These effects may occur even after taking low doses for a short period of time.
For how long should I take Diacalm 10mg Tablet?
The duration of treatment with Diacalm 10mg Tablet is mainly as short as possible. Your doctor will evaluate you after 4 weeks of treatment in order to assess the need of continuation of treatment, especially if you do not have any symptoms. In general, the treatment does not last any longer than 8-12 weeks which includes the gradual reduction of dose process.
Does Diacalm 10mg Tablet safe to be used in elderly patients?
The dose in elderly is generally half of the dose recommended to young people. This is because Diacalm 10mg Tablet causes muscle relaxation which can make the patient fall down, which may further lead to fractures.
Is it safe to take clozapine and Diacalm 10mg Tablet together?
No, it is not recommended to take clozapine and Diacalm 10mg Tablet together because the effects of both medicines may get added together. This can result in severe drop in blood pressure, breathing problems (respiratory depression) and can even stop your heart which can lead to death.
