Diazepam is a prescription medication used to treat anxiety disorders. Diazepam overdose occurs when someone accidentally or intentionally takes more than the normal or recommended amount of this medication.

This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.

• Diazepam

• Diazepam intensol
• Diastat
• Dizac
• Valium
• Valrelease

Note: This list may not be all-inclusive.

The hallmark of this overdose is falling into a deep sleep or "coma" while still being able to breathe adequately. Symptoms may include:

• Bluish-colored lips and fingernails
• Blurred vision
• Breathing - labored
• Confusion
• Depression
• Dizziness
• Double vision
• Drowsiness
• Excitability
• Hiccups
• Rapid side-to-side movement of the eyes (nystagmus)
• Rash
• Stomach upset
• Stupor (lack of alertness)
• Tiredness
• Tremor
• Uncoordinated movement
• Weakness