Nasal Rescue Medicines - Epilepsy Foundation
Both Naysilam and Valtoco have been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the acute treatment of intermittent, stereotypic episodes of frequent seizures. This is also known as seizure clusters or acute repetitive seizures that are …
Information for Patients | NAYZILAM® (midazolam) nasal spray, CIV
NAYZILAM ® (midazolam) nasal spray, CIV is a prescription medicine used for the short-term treatment of seizure clusters (also known as acute repetitive seizures) in patients 12 years of age and older.
Midazolam Nasal - Epilepsy Foundation
Mar 4, 2024 · Take midazolam nasal spray exactly as your healthcare provider prescribes it. Start with one spray into one nostril. A second spray may be used 10 minutes later, if prescribed by the healthcare provider. If a seizure cluster or seizure continues, get emergency medical help.
Seizure nasal sprays – what you need to know | Epilepsy blog
Jul 6, 2023 · Has your epilepsy doctor suggested that you use a seizure nasal spray? Nasal sprays for seizures are an emergency medicine for people who have cluster seizures, which is when you have several seizures in a row. Cluster seizures can be very disruptive, and they may develop into status epilepticus if not stopped fast.
Medications Used for Seizure Emergencies - Verywell Health
Aug 16, 2023 · The recommended dose is a single intranasal spray of 5 mg or 10 mg into one nostril or 15 mg or 20 mg doses, which requires two nasal spray devices, one spray into each nostril. If necessary, a second dose can be used at least 4 hours after the initial dose.
Diazepam Nasal Spray - Epilepsy Foundation
Mar 4, 2024 · Diazepam nasal spray (Valtoco) appears to be as effective as Diastat (rectal diazepam) at stopping seizures. In a study that evaluated how well people did taking Valtoco, the majority of people only needed one dose of Valtoco.
Nayzilam Nasal Spray: Uses, Side Effects, Warnings - Drugs.com
Nov 26, 2024 · Nayzilam nasal spray is usually given as a single spray into one nostril. If you still have seizures 10 minutes after using 1 spray, use a second spray in the opposite nostril. Get emergency medical help if you have still have seizures after using this medicine.
Valtoco Nasal Spray for Seizure Clusters - WebMD
Valtoco is a nasal spray designed to be easy to use outside of a medical setting. It provides a convenient alternative to rectal medicine for treating seizure emergencies. How Does...
Intranasal Midazolam (Nayzilam®) Spray - Nationwide Children's Hospital
The nasal spray device of midazolam has a nozzle, finger grips, and a plunger (Picture 1). The nasal spray device can only be used one time. Do not test or prime it before use. You will lose the dose. Read the label carefully. Make sure you’re giving the right dose of the right medicine. Stay with your child until the seizure stops.
VALTOCO® diazepam nasal spray CIV for episodes of frequent seizures
VALTOCO is an FDA-approved rescue nasal spray for treating episodes of frequent seizures distinct from usual seizure patterns in patients with epilepsy 6+ years. See full Prescribing Information, Boxed Warning, and Instructions for Use.