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Direc 2 MG Solution

Manufactured bySun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsDiazepam
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Direc 2 MG Solution is an anticonvulsant which is used to relieve the symptoms of anxiety, muscle spasm, and alcohol withdrawal. This medicine may increase the risk of habit forming tendency if taken for a long duration or at larger doses. Do not stop abruptly taking this medicine as it may cause withdrawal symptoms like convulsions, behavioral disorder, tremor, and anxiety.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Direc 2 MG Solution

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Direc 2 MG Solution

Constipation

Nausea or vomiting

Dizziness

Sense of imbalance

Headache

Sleepiness

Agitation and anxiety

Indigestion

Convulsions

Irregular heartbeat

Shortness of breath

Itching or rash

Nervousness

Unsteady walk

Agitation and anxiety

Decrease in frequency of urination

Skin rash

Irritability

Loss of appetite

Diarrhea

Uses of Direc 2 MG Solution

What is it prescribed for?

Anxiety

Direc 2 MG Solution is used in the treatment of anxiety disorders. Uneasiness, difficulty in sleeping, sweating of hands and feet are some of the symptoms of anxiety disorder.

Alcohol withdrawal

Direc 2 MG Solution is used in the treatment of symptoms of alcohol withdrawal like hallucinations, anxiety, and seizures.

Muscle spasm

Direc 2 MG Solution is used to relieve skeletal muscle spasm which occurs due to an inflammation of the muscle or joints.

Adjunct prior to endoscopic procedures

Direc 2 MG Solution is used in to relieve the symptoms of anxiety or stress in the patients undergoing endoscopic procedures.

Preoperative sedation

Direc 2 MG Solution is used to relieve the symptoms of anxiety and tension in the patients undergoing surgical procedures.

Seizure disorder

Direc 2 MG Solution is used in the treatment of seizure disorders.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The peak effect of this medicine can be observed in 30 to 90 minutes for an oral dose.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 3 to 4 days.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Consumption of alcohol with this medicine is not recommended as it increases the risk of side effects like dizziness, difficulty in concentration. Do not perform activities that require mental alertness like driving or operating machinery.

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    Habit forming tendency has been reported

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding for some period of time, based on the use of diazepam. Alternatively, your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to diazepam.

Myasthenia gravis

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with myasthenia gravis due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects.

Narrow-angle glaucoma

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with narrow-angle glaucoma since it may worsen the patient's condition.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding for some period of time, based on the use of diazepam. Alternatively, your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

General warnings

Suicidal thoughts

Use of benzodiazepines in depression conditions may increase the risk of suicide. Therefore this medicine should be used with caution and prescription size should be limited in patients with depression or suicidal tendencies.

Withdrawal symptoms

Direc 2 MG Solution should not be stopped immediately without informing the doctor due to the risk of withdrawal symptoms like convulsions, behavioral disorder, tremor, and anxiety. Gradual dose reduction should be made based on the outcomes in the patient.

Myasthenis gravis

Direc 2 MG Solution should be used with caution in patients with myasthenia gravis due to the increase in the risk of muscle weakness.

Impaired liver function

Direc 2 MG Solution should be used with caution in the patients with mild to moderate liver injury. Lowest possible doses should be initiated and increase the dose based on the patient's response. This medicine is not recommended in patients with severe liver impairment.

Drowsiness

This medicine may cause drowsiness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any drowsiness during treatment with this medicine.

Missed Dose

Oral and Rectal forms: If you miss a dose of Direc 2 MG Solution, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one. Injection: Since this medicine is administered by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of missing a dose is very low.

Overdose

Oral and Rectal forms: Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose. Injection: Since this medicine is administered by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated if an overdose is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Use of benzodiazepines with alcohol will increase the central nervous system and respiratory system depression.

Instructions

Consumption of alcohol with this medicine is not recommended as it increases the risk of side effects like dizziness, difficulty in concentration. Do not perform activities that require mental alertness like driving or operating machinery.

Interaction with Medicine

Cetirizine

Metoclopramide

Opoids

Azole antifungal agents

Antihypertensives

Disease interactions

Glaucoma

Direc 2 MG Solution is known to increase the fluid pressure inside the eye. It is contraindicated in acute narrow-angle glaucoma which is an eye disorder.

Seizures

The sudden stop of Direc 2 MG Solution may cause withdrawal effects and can precipitate seizures. The dose should be reduced gradually. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting the doctor.

Food interactions

Consumption of grapefruit juice is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of adverse effects such as difficulty in breathing, sleepiness, fatigue, weakness, muscle pain, drowsiness, etc.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Direc 2 MG Solution with or without food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works

It works by binding to certain chemicals in the brain and helps in relieving the symptoms.

Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Benzodiazepines

Schedule

Schedule H

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https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a682047.html

DailyMed - Diazepam injection [Internet]. Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2017 [cited 17 April 2017]. Available from:

https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=fa352464-14c8-49e9-b8b7-5a968b1cfa93

Prescribing medicines in pregnancy database [Internet]. Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). 2017 [cited 17 April 2017]. Available from:

https://www.tga.gov.au/prescribing-medicines-pregnancy-database#searchname

[Internet]. Toxnet.nlm.nih.gov. 2017 [cited 17 April 2017]. Available from:

https://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-bin/sis/search2/f?./temp/~McYHAr:1

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