This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Miscellaneous, Subject name: Medicine
The drug of choice in Status epilepticus is 
Select and explain. 
A. Intravenous diazepam, B. Oral Dilantin, C. Carbamazepine, D. Ethosuximide
A: Intravenous diazepam
Answer: A: Intravenous diazepam 
Explanation: (A) # Status epilepticus is a medical emergency.> Initial management includes maintenance of the airway and 50% dextrose (25-50 mL) intravenously in case hypoglycemia is responsible. If seizures continue, 10mg of Diazepam is given intravenously over the course of 2 minutes, and the dose is repeated after 10 minutes if necessary.> Alternatively, a 4 mg intravenous bolus of lorazepam, repeated once after 10 minutes if necessary, is given in place of diazepam.> This is usually effective in halting seizures for a brief period but occasionally causes respiratory depression.