COMMON USES:
This medicine is used for the short-term relief of nervousness, agitation, irritability, trouble falling asleep, and some seizures.
HOW IT?S SUPPLIED:
0.5, 1, and 2 milligram tablets
2 milligram per milliliter liquid
HOW IT WORKS:
Although scientists don?t know exactly how it works, it is believed that this medicine increases the action of Gamma-AminoButyric Acid (GABA), a chemical in the brain that depresses brain activity.
THINGS TO DISCUSS WITH YOUR DOCTOR:
* Can cause clumsiness, dizziness, sleepiness, unsteadiness, and/or weakness.
* May also cause stomach cramps, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, dry mouth, forgetfulness, hallucinations, headache, memory loss, racing heartbeat, slurred speech, trouble breathing, or problems urinating.
* If taken for long periods of time, your doctor should check blood counts and liver function tests periodically.
* Tablets contain lactose.
* Use with caution in children with liver or kidney disease.
* Best taken on an empty stomach and with a full glass of water.
* Do not stop suddenly if this medicine has been taken for several weeks as this may cause hallucinations, irritability, seizures and other complications.
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