Diazepam 5mg/mL; soln for IM or IV use ... Monitor blood counts, liver function. Inj: not for use in shock, coma, acute alcohol intoxication, or obstetrical conditions. Drug or alcohol abusers.

RECENTLY intravenous diazepam (Valium) has been reported to be extremely effective in controlling "status epilepticus," 1–6 or what we prefer to call prolonged seizure activity. Both Gastaut et al.

Valium is the brand name for the active ingredient diazepam. Valium (brand) is available as an oral tablet and injection.