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diazepam · Medicine question

What local reactions can occur with intravenous diazepam injection?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Intravenous Diazepam Injection BP may cause local reactions, including thrombophlebitis and venous thrombosis.

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Diazepam Injection BPhameln pharma ltd · emc · SmPC §4.2 Posology and method of administration · Version 10Document updated 26 November 2025

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