Analog "Diazepam": indications, instructions for use

In the modern rhythm of life, it is difficult to maintain mental health, therefore, neurotic disorders begin to occur more and more often every year. It is sometimes very difficult or impossible to defeat such a state on its own. That's why antidepressants and other psychotropic drugs were invented .

In the article we will look at the information about the "Diazepam" remedy: the instruction, price, indications and contraindications to the application will be presented in detail to your attention. In addition, we will find out whether there are drugs with a similar active substance and way of affecting the body.

General information and indications for the use of "Diazepam"

The drug is available in the form of tablets and solution. It has a hypnotic, anxiolytic, muscle relaxant and anticonvulsant effect. The cost of the drug is in the range of 600 rubles per pack.

Reception "Diazepam" can be appointed in the following situations:

1. In the presence of neurosis-like disorders and neuroses, such as obsessive states, fear neurosis, panic attacks, pathological conditions against the background of psycho-emotional stress, phobias, anxiety syndrome, prolonged insomnia.
2. As a component of general therapy in the treatment of mental illness (psychopathy, schizophrenia, reactive psychosis, paranoid state and so on).
3. For the treatment of alcohol or drug abstinence, alcoholic delirium.
4. To eliminate epileptic and epileptopodobnyh attacks.
5. As a component of general therapy in the treatment of angina pectoris, hypertension, heart attack and skin diseases, accompanied by skin sensitivity and pruritus.
6. To increase the speed of falling asleep and improve the quality of sleep.

In anesthesiology, Diazepam can also be used. The action of the drug will help reduce the feeling of tension and fear in the patient before a future operation, which will help reduce the dose of anesthetic.

The drug can be prescribed for use in children who have behavioral disorders in combination with excessive activity, emotional stress, increased aggression, problems with sleep, fears.

Contraindications for use

Instruction to the drug categorically prohibits its use when:

• Acute diseases of the cardiovascular and excretory systems;
• Glaucoma;
• Sleep apnea syndrome;
• Hypercapnia;
• Spinal ataxia;
• Patient's propensity for suicide;
• Pregnancy and lactation;
• The presence of alcohol or drug dependence;
• Individual intolerance to one or more of the components of the drug;
• Age younger than 6 months.

In addition, the reception of funds should not be done without the appointment of a doctor.

Mode of application

Diazepam tablets are intended for oral administration, and injections for intramuscular or intravenous administration. The doctor appoints the necessary dose of the medicine individually to each patient. For correct calculation, the age of the patient, the nature of the course of the disease, the characteristics of the organism, special indications and so on are taken into account. Thus the course of treatment begins with the minimum necessary dose, which, if necessary, can gradually increase in the future.

Therapy with the help of injections should last no more than 3-5 days, then the treatment continues with the help of tablets "Diazepam". The general course can be 2-3 months, after which it is necessary to take a break for a period of 3 weeks to 1 month.

During the treatment, "Diazepam" forbids the use of alcohol.

Side effects and overdose

An improperly chosen dose or the presence of an individual intolerance of the drug may provoke the appearance of side effects that will manifest themselves in the form:

• Weakness, fatigue, rapid fatigue;
• Dizziness, confusion, disorientation in space, reduced concentration of attention;
• Memory impairment, tearfulness, emotional lability, euphoria, hallucinations, dulling of emotions;
• Tremor of limbs and uncontrolled movements;
• Oppression hematopoietic function, anemia, agranulocytosis, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia;
• Tachycardia, lowering blood pressure, the appearance of dyspnea;
• Changes in appetite, nausea and vomiting, bulimia, anorexia, heartburn, constipation;
• Toxic liver damage;
• Addictive.

Analogues of "Diazepam"

Each medical preparation has its own analogue. "Diazepam" in this regard was no exception.

Based on the type of the main active substance, such drugs as Seduxen, Relanium, Fenazepam, Valium, Sibazon and many others can be considered synonymous with the drug. Let's consider each of them in more detail, so that you can note for yourself the basic similarities and differences in medicines.

"Seduxen"

The main active substance that contains this analogue is diazepam. The preparation is given in the form of tablets, dragees or solution for injections.

"Seduxen", whose price is almost the same as that of the original drug, has sedative-hypnotic, anticonvulsant, central muscle relaxant effect.

Indications for the use of the remedy are: prolonged insomnia, anxiety, spastic conditions caused by traumas of the brain and spinal cord, spasm of skeletal muscles, bursitis, myositis, arthritis, rheumatic pelvic spondylitis, vertebral syndrome, angina.

In addition, it can be used for tremors, tension, anxiety, agitation, epileptic seizures, paranoid-hallucinatory conditions.

As a component of complex therapy, "Seduxen" can be used to treat menstrual disorders, gestosis, eczema, peptic ulcer, psychosomatic disorders, arterial hypertension, and so on.

It is also quite common to use the drug with drug poisoning, as well as before general anesthesia and endoscopic manipulation.

In gynecology the agent can be used during premature detachment of the placenta and facilitate delivery.

Contraindications to the use of "Seduxen" are acute drug or alcohol intoxication, shock, coma, intolerance of the components of the drug, myasthenia gravis, acute respiratory failure, pregnancy and lactation.

Side effects and the results of an overdose are similar to those of Diazepam.

The necessary amount of funds is calculated by the doctor individually in each of the cases.

How much does Seduxen cost? The price of the drug is within 550 rubles and may vary depending on the pharmacy. By the way, it is rather problematic to find it in Russia.

"Relanium"

Just like in the previous case, the main active substance that contains this analogue is diazepam. "Relanium", the price of which is much lower than that of the original drug, is available as a solution for injections.

In the same way as "Diazepam", it is prescribed in the presence of anxious and psychosomatic disorders. In addition, it is used as an auxiliary preparation in general therapy for the treatment of gastrointestinal ulcers, arterial hypertension, epileptic status, gestosis and so on.

Similar to the main drug will be contraindications for use, side effects, results of overdose. What then is their difference? In the manufacturing company and, as a result, the cost. How much will I have to pay for Relanium? Its price is in the range of about 200 rubles for 10 ampoules or 110 rubles for 5 ampoules.

"Phenazepam"

Without a prescription to buy this drug, as well as in all previous cases, it will not work.

Its main difference from "Diazepam" is its composition. Its main active substance is bromodihydrochlorophenylbenzodiazepine. In addition, the preparation contains auxiliary components. It is available in the form of tablets and a solution for intravenous and intramuscular injection.

"Phenazepam" has anxiolytic, sedative, hypnotic, miorelaxing, anticonvulsant and amnesic effects on the body and is used in the same cases as "Diazepam". Similar contraindications to use and side effects remain.

Another difference is the reaction of the body to an overdose of the drug. In the case of "Fenazepam" there is a serious threat not only to health, but also to the life of the patient. The drug can inhibit the work of the respiratory and nervous system, resulting in a high probability of death or coma. Therefore, with the appearance of the slightest negative reactions, you should immediately seek medical help. It will consist in conducting symptomatic therapy, since there is no special antidote.

The drug is a narcotic substance, so "Phenazepam" without a doctor's prescription is not released.

"Valium"

The active substance that contains this analogue is diazepam. Valium is available as a solution for injections and tablets. Just like "Diazepam", the remedy has a wide spectrum of action.

In what cases is "Valium" appointed? Instruction for use says that the drug has sedative, anxiolytic, hypnotic, miorelaxing and anticonvulsant action. And this means that it is used in the presence of the same diseases as "Diazepam". However, contraindications and side effects remain similar.

Concerning an overdose of Valium, the instructions for use warn that it depresses the central nervous system and can cause various symptoms, ranging from drowsiness to coma. In addition, there may be an oppression of breathing, confusion and hypotension. In these cases, symptomatic therapy is provided.

The drug is sold only if you have a prescription from a doctor.

"Sibazon"

The drug may go on sale under the name "Sibazon" or "Sibazon Ferein."

The preparation is given in the form of tablets and a solution for intravenous and intramuscular administration.

When is "Sibazon" appointed? The use of the drug is indicated in the presence of any form of anxiety disorders, spastic conditions, alcohol syndrome, arthritis, angina pectoris, drug poisoning and other diseases, and as a premedication before the introduction of general anesthesia or endoscopic intervention.

Contraindications to use and side effects are the same as those of "Diazepam".

Overdose can cause a decrease in reflexes and reactions to pain stimuli, drowsiness, confusion, tremor, bradycardia, visual impairment, collapse, coma, oppression of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems.

The cost of the drug is very low: 20 rubles per drug in the form of tablets and 70 rubles per ampoule. Although it is quite difficult to find it on sale.

Reviews about "Diazepam" and its analogues

If you analyze the reviews about the drugs described in the article, you can draw the following brief conclusions.

Pros of the funds consist in their high efficiency and quick start of action.

The disadvantages are a lot of side effects and a fairly high cost of some drugs (including "Diazepam").

Take care of yourself and be well!