Valium Explained | Paramedic School Prep

💊 Valium (Diazepam) is a benzodiazepine you’ll need to know for paramedic school, registry, and in the field. While it’s less common than Versed, it still shows up in many protocols. In this video, we’ll cover: – Brand vs. generic (Valium = Diazepam) – Drug class & mechanism (benzodiazepine, enhances GABA) – Indications: seizures, anxiety, sedation – Dose, routes, and onset – Side effects: respiratory depression, hypotension, drowsiness – Why many systems prefer Versed but Valium is still important to know 🧠 Benzos are test favorites — and Valium is a classic. Let’s break it down. 🔔 Subscribe to Medic Mentor for weekly EMS pharmacology reviews and real-world insights from a 911 paramedic. #paramedicschool #pharmacology #paramedictraining #paramedicstudent #nursingstudent #medstudent