CLORAZEPATE DIPOTASSIUM

Overview

CLORAZEPATE DIPOTASSIUM is a Schedule H drug.
Clorazepate is a benzodiazepine (ben-Zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peen). Clorazepate affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced and cause anxiety or seizures. Clorazepate is used to treat anxiety disorders, partial seizures, or alcohol withdrawal symptoms.

Usage

CLORAZEPATE DIPOTASSIUM is generally used to treat: Anxiety Disorder, Seizure

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 9yrs

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

Caution should be exercised in patients with the history of increased eye pressure, liver or kidney disease, seizures, muscle problems, blood disorder, lung problems, depression, suicidal thoughts, any allergy who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause blurred vision, dizziness, drowsiness or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption. Avoid long-term use of this medication otherwise patient may get addicted to this drug. The patient may develop an increased risk of suicidal thoughts watch them carefully. Monitor complete blood cell counts liver and kidney functions regularly while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

CLORAZEPATE DIPOTASSIUM over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Lightheadedness, Fainting

Common Side-Effects

CLORAZEPATE DIPOTASSIUM : Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Seizure, Dizziness, Fatigue (tiredness), Dry Mouth, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Constipation, Eyes Blurred Vision, Head Headache

Serious Side-Effects

CLORAZEPATE DIPOTASSIUM : Difficulty Urinating, Difficulty Sleeping

Rare Side-Effects

CLORAZEPATE DIPOTASSIUM : Skin Rash, Abdomen Pain, Nausea, Vomit, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Throat Soreness, Fever, Body Itching, Face Swelling, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

CLORAZEPATE DIPOTASSIUM can interfere with: Alcohol Poisoning, Glaucoma, Psychosis, Neurosis, Acute Renal Failure, Acute Liver Failure, Asphyxia Neonatorum, Respiratory Failure, Seizure, Depression, Obesity, Hyperkinetic Disorder

Technical Classification

CLORAZEPATE DIPOTASSIUM is categorized as: BENZODIAZEPINES / ANXIOLYTICS, SEDATIVES, AND HYPNOTICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

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