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Valtoco belongs to the benzodiazepine group of medicines, which is a prescription medicine used for the short-term treatment of seizures. Valtoco is available in the form of a nasal spray. Information of the drug Valtoco is detailed in the article below.1. What is Valtoco?
Valtoco's main ingredient is Diazepam, which is a Benzodiazepine drug. Valtoco is prepared in the form of a nasal spray, with a concentration of 5mg, 10mg x 1 spray/vial or 15mg, 20mg x 2 sprays/vial.
How Valtoco works: Benzodiazepines work by increasing the effects of a substance called GABA. GABA is a neurotransmitter inhibitor that helps slow down nerve activity, reduce symptoms of anxiety, and calm the brain and nerves.
2. What are the uses of Valtoco?
Valtoco is used to treat seizures in adults and children 6 years of age and older. Valtoco is a prescription first aid spray used for the short-term treatment of seizures. Valtoco is not a substitute for daily antiepileptic drugs.
3. Dosage and usage of Valtoco
3.1 Dosage of Valtoco Valtoco dose is calculated based on age, weight and response to treatment. The dose of Valtoco is determined by your doctor.
During a course of treatment for seizures, do not use more than 2 doses. In some cases, a second dose of Valtoco may be administered at least 4 hours after the first dose. Do not use a second dose of Valtoco if the patient is excessively drowsy or breathing very slowly. Each bottle of Valtoco spray usually has only 1 spray dose. 3.2 How to use Valtoco Use Valtoco nasal spray exactly as directed by your doctor. Carefully read the instructions for use of the drug Valtoco. Do not use Valtoco in larger amounts or for longer than prescribed.
Valtoco is for nasal use only. Remove Valtoco spray only from its packaging. Gently insert the tip of the nozzle into one nostril, then press firmly on the plunger to spray. If your dose is 2 sprays, use the second nasal spray in the opposite nostril. Throw away the nasal spray after use.
4. Contraindications of the drug Valtoco
Do not use Valtoco if you are allergic to diazepam or to any of the excipients in the medicine.
Do not use Valtoco nasal spray if you have acute angle-closure glaucoma.
Valtoco is not allowed to be used by anyone under the age of 6.
5. Side effects of the drug Valtoco
Remember that Valtoco is a prescription drug and your doctor has judged that the benefit to you outweighs the risk of side effects. Most people who use Valtoco do not have serious side effects.
Possible mild side effects: drowsiness, dizziness, slowed thinking and movement, diarrhea, nosebleeds, nasal discomfort.
Get medical help right away if you have any of these symptoms, especially: rash, itching, swelling (face, tongue, throat), dizziness, trouble breathing, slow or shallow breathing, uncontrolled movements (vibrations, tremors), unusual drowsiness, difficulty waking
6. Notes when using Valtoco
Do not use Valtoco to treat seizures more often than once every 5 days or more than 5 times in a month. Because it can make Valtoco not work as well. Causes seizures to get worse or happen more often.
Before using Valtoco, tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: Glaucoma, breathing problems (such as COPD, asthma, emphysema), personal or family history family with a substance use disorder (such as drug or alcohol abuse or addiction), mental or mood disorder (such as depression, suicidal thoughts, psychosis), illness liver or kidney.
Do not stop taking Valtoco without consulting your doctor..
Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including vitamins, supplements and herbs.
Do not use Valtoco before driving, using machines or doing work requiring alertness.
7. Drug interactions Valtoco
Taking Valtoco with opioid drugs, alcohol, or other central nervous system (CNS) depressants (including narcotics) can cause severe drowsiness, respiratory depression, coma, death . Get emergency medical help if: Breathing is shallow or slow, breathing stops, excessive drowsiness.
Valtoco is used for the short-term treatment of seizures. Short-term use of Valtoco is generally safe and effective. However, it can cause addiction if used long-term Valtoco. Valtoco should be used with caution under the direction of a healthcare professional.
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