Medication Brand Name Dosage Ordered (According to Weight {kg}) Drug Interactions Valium Alcohol,

antidepressants, antihistamines, opioid analgesics, cimetidine, hormonal contraceptives, levodopa

Pharmacotherapeutic Class Route Adverse Reactions/Contraindications (Pt. Specific) Anticonvulsant
Benzodiazepine IV/IM, given slowly (over 3-5minutes) Dizziness, drowsiness, lethargy, blurred vision,
ataxia, respiratory depression, slurred speech, headache Medication Action Frequency Nursing
Considerations & Patient Education Depresses the CNS -> decrease seizures Every 2-4 hrs Monitor for
therapeutic effectiveness. Monitor VS, frequent lab tests. Do not take with alcohol or other CNS
depressants. Do not take OTC without talking with physician.