Chlordiazepoxide
Information about Chlordiazepoxide
Chlordiazepoxide uses
Chlordiazepoxide is used in the treatment of anxiety and alcohol withdrawal.
How chlordiazepoxide works
Chlordiazepoxide works by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Common side effects of chlordiazepoxide
Sleepiness, Slurred speech, Memory impairment, Fatigue, Uncoordinated body movements, Irritability, Dry mouth, Headache, Constipation, Dizziness, Depression.
Available Medicine for Chlordiazepoxide
Expert advice for Chlordiazepoxide
- Notify your doctor immediately if you are or are planning to become pregnant during the administration of this medicine.
- Chlordiazepoxide may be addictive, so take it as prescribed by the doctor.
- Do not discontinue the use of Chlordiazepoxide, unless the doctor has advised you. Discontinuation may cause withdrawal symptoms, which may include seizures.
- Chlordiazepoxide may cause memory problems, drowsiness, confusion, especially in elderly patients.
- Most people may find that it gets less effective over time.
- Avoid driving after taking Chlordiazepoxide as it may cause drowsiness, dizziness, and confusion.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Chlordiazepoxide, it may cause excessive drowsiness.
Frequently asked questions for Chlordiazepoxide
Chlordiazepoxide
Q. Does chlordiazepoxide work and what does chlordiazepoxide treat?
Chlordiazepoxide is used for the short-term (2-4 weeks only) treatment of severe anxiety, which may occur alone or in association with sleeping problems (insomnia) or personality/behavioral disorders. It may also be used to treat muscle spasms, and to relieve alcohol withdrawal symptoms
Q. Is chlordiazepoxide/chlordiazepoxide + clidinium a narcotic/controlled drug or substance?
Chlordiazepoxide is not a narcotic drug. Chlordiazepoxide is classified by the Drug Enforcement Administration as a Schedule IV controlled substance. Any medicine which contains chlordiazepoxide alone or in combination with other drugs will be treated as a controlled substance and will require prescription for purchase
Q. Is chlordiazepoxide a benzodiazepine?
Chlordiazepoxide belongs to a group of medicines known as benzodiazepines