What is Valtoco 10 Mg Dose? Uses, warnings & side effects

How to take Valtoco 10 Mg Dose

• This device is ready-to-use. Your doctor will tell you how many devices to use depending on your dose. You and your caregiver should be taught how to use this device in case a seizure cluster happens.

• This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one.

• Missed dose: This medicine is given only during a seizure cluster episode.

• Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you. If a second dose is needed, take it at least 4 hours after the first dose. Do not use this medicine for more than 1 episode every 5 days or more than 5 episodes per month.

• To use the device:Do not open the blister packs before use. Do not use the device if it looks damaged.Nasal routeThis medicine is for use only in the nose. Do not get any of it in your eyes or on your skin. If it does get on these areas, rinse it off right away. This device sprays one time only. Do not test or prime it before use.Hold the device with your thumb on the bottom of the plunger and your first and middle fingers on either side of the nozzle.Gently insert the tip of the nozzle into the nostril until your fingers are against the bottom of the patient's nose.Press the bottom of the plunger firmly with your thumb to give a dose.Remove the device from the nostril after each dose.After giving this medicine, keep or move the patient onto their side, facing you, so you can watch them closely. Loosen any tight clothing and provide a safe area, away from furniture and other objects, where they can rest.Take note of the time you first give the dose, as well as the second dose if needed.

• Nasal routeKeep the bottle tightly closed when not using it. Store at room temperature, away from heat and direct light.

• This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one.

• To use the device:Do not open the blister packs before use. Do not use the device if it looks damaged.Nasal routeThis medicine is for use only in the nose. Do not get any of it in your eyes or on your skin. If it does get on these areas, rinse it off right away. This device sprays one time only. Do not test or prime it before use.Hold the device with your thumb on the bottom of the plunger and your first and middle fingers on either side of the nozzle.Gently insert the tip of the nozzle into the nostril until your fingers are against the bottom of the patient's nose.Press the bottom of the plunger firmly with your thumb to give a dose.Remove the device from the nostril after each dose.After giving this medicine, keep or move the patient onto their side, facing you, so you can watch them closely. Loosen any tight clothing and provide a safe area, away from furniture and other objects, where they can rest.Take note of the time you first give the dose, as well as the second dose if needed.

• Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you. If a second dose is needed, take it at least 4 hours after the first dose. Do not use this medicine for more than 1 episode every 5 days or more than 5 episodes per month.

• This device is ready-to-use. Your doctor will tell you how many devices to use depending on your dose. You and your caregiver should be taught how to use this device in case a seizure cluster happens.

• Nasal routeKeep the bottle tightly closed when not using it. Store at room temperature, away from heat and direct light.

• Missed dose: This medicine is given only during a seizure cluster episode.

What to do if you miss a dose of Valtoco 10 Mg Dose

Valtoco 10 Mg Dose contraindications - Who shouldn't take Valtoco 10 Mg Dose?

• This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to diazepam, or if you have narrow-angle glaucoma.

Valtoco 10 Mg Dose warnings

• This medicine may make you drowsy, confused, or less alert than you are normally. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.

• Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.

• Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, glaucoma, lung or breathing problems (including asthma, emphysema, bronchitis, COPD), or a history of drug or alcohol abuse, depression, or mental health problems.

• This medicine can be habit-forming. Do not use more than your prescribed dose. Call your doctor if you think your medicine is not working.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.

• This medicine may cause the following problems:Respiratory depression (serious breathing problem that can be life-threatening), when used with narcotic pain medicinesChanges in mood or behavior, including thoughts or behavior of suicideEye problems (including glaucoma)

Valtoco 10 Mg Dose interactions & what to avoid when taking Valtoco 10 Mg Dose

• Some medicines can affect how diazepam works. Tell your doctor if you are using carbamazepine, cimetidine, clotrimazole, cyclosporine, dexamethasone, imipramine, ketoconazole, omeprazole, paclitaxel, phenobarbital, phenytoin, propranolol, quinidine, rifampin, terfenadine, theophylline, tranylcypromine, troleandomycin, valproate, or warfarin.

• Tell your doctor if you use anything else that makes you sleepy. Some examples are allergy medicine, narcotic pain medicine, and alcohol.

• Do not drink alcohol while you are using this medicine.