Follow the directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Never use Diastat AcuDial in larger amounts, or for longer than prescribed. Tell your doctor if you feel an increased urge to use more of  Diastat AcuDial.
Never share this medicine with another person, especially someone with a history of drug abuse or addiction. MISUSE CAN CAUSE ADDICTION, OVERDOSE, OR DEATH. Keep the medication in a place where others cannot get to it. Selling or giving away this medicine is against the law.
Diastat AcuDial is usually given by a caregiver to the person having a seizure. If you are the caregiver, make sure you know and understand all instructions for giving the medicine.
Diastat AcuDial is not for all types of seizures. If you are the caregiver, do not give this medicine unless you know how to recognize the symptoms of a seizure episode that should be treated with this medicine.
After giving Diastat AcuDial to another person, stay with the person for at least 4 hours. Watch for changes in breathing or any other side effects.
Get emergency medical help if:
the seizure has not stopped within 15 minutes;
the seizure is different from the person's usual seizures;
the seizures are closer together or more severe than the person's usual seizures; or
the person has breathing problems, pale or blue-colored skin, or any other serious problems.
Diazepam doses are based on weight (especially in children and teenagers). Your dose needs may change if you gain or lose weight.
Use all seizure medications as directed and read all medication guides you receive. Do not change your dose or stop using a medicine without your doctor's advice.
Call your doctor if this medicine seems to stop working as well in treating seizures.
Do not use Diastat AcuDial for long-term daily use to prevent seizures or your seizures could get worse or happen more often. You should not use this medicine more than 5 times in 1 month, or to treat more than 1 episode every 5 days.
Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light. Keep track of your medicine. You should be aware if anyone is using it improperly or without a prescription.
After giving a dose of diazepam rectal, empty the syringe into a toilet and flush, or into a sink and rinse down the drain. Do not reuse the syringe. Throw it away where children and pets cannot get to it.
 Detailed Diastat AcuDial dosage information
What happens if I miss a dose?
Since  Diastat AcuDial is used on an as needed basis, you are not likely to miss a dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
Overdose symptoms may include extreme drowsiness, loss of balance or coordination, limp or weak muscles, slow breathing, or fainting.
