Transient Effect of Diazepam in Some Sub-acute Organic States

Diazepam in depressive stupor: A case report

“…This case illustrates that intravenous diazepam can improve symptoms of stupor at least temporarily and is consistent with previous reports (De Paun and Szuleika, 1987;McEvoy and Lohr, 1984). Other reports have demonstrated efficacy for benzodiazepine and barbiturate infusion in catatonia due to viral encephalitis (Ainsworth, 1987) and structural brain damage (Chick et al, 1987). This efficacy would serve two purposes.…”

“…Other reports have demonstrated efficacy for benzodiazepine and barbiturate infusion in catatonia due to viral encephalitis (Ainsworth, 1987) and structural brain damage (Chick et al, 1987). This efficacy would serve two purposes.…”