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Chlordiazepoxide is a prescription medicine. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Anxiety. Secondary and off-label uses of Chlordiazepoxide have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Chlordiazepoxide depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Chlordiazepoxide include Drowsiness, Dizziness, Weakness. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Chlordiazepoxide can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Chlordiazepoxide are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Chlordiazepoxide has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Chlordiazepoxide related warnings talks about Chlordiazepoxide's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) must refrain from the use of Chlordiazepoxide since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Chlordiazepoxide contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Chlordiazepoxide have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Chlordiazepoxide is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Chlordiazepoxide is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Chlordiazepoxide safe for pregnant women?
Chlordiazepoxide can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Chlordiazepoxide right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Chlordiazepoxide safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Chlordiazepoxide. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Chlordiazepoxide on the Kidneys?
Chlordiazepoxide may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Chlordiazepoxide on the Liver?
Chlordiazepoxide is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Chlordiazepoxide on the Heart?
Chlordiazepoxide has very mild side effects on the heart.
Chlordiazepoxide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Chlordiazepoxide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Chlordiazepoxide habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Chlordiazepoxide. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Chlordiazepoxide you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Chlordiazepoxide is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Chlordiazepoxide is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Chlordiazepoxide
When consumed with certain foods, Chlordiazepoxide may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Chlordiazepoxide
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Chlordiazepoxide as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, you can take Chlordiazepoxide and alprazolam only on your doctor's advice because taking these two drugs together might result in increased side effects such as difficulty concentrating, drowsiness, and dizziness.
No, Chlordiazepoxide does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing unusual weight gain after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Chlordiazepoxide causes withdrawal symptoms when the drug is suddenly discontinued after long-term treatment. These withdrawal symptoms can include seizures, dysphoria (unease or dissatisfaction), vomiting, sweating, uncontrollable shaking of a part of your body, stomach or muscle cramps, anxiety, or difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.
Yes, Chlordiazepoxide can make you sleepy because it crosses the blood-brain barrier (a membrane that prevents the drugs from entering into the brain). After entering into the brain this drug calms the brain by increasing the activity of inhibitory neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) that results in drowsiness. It is the most common side effect of this medicine. Activities such as driving and operating heavy machinery should be avoided after taking this Chlordiazepoxide to prevent accidents and injuries as it causes drowsiness.
Take Chlordiazepoxide 1-4 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because the presence of food does not affect the absorption of this drug from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper liver or kidney function.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Librium® C-IV (chlordiazepoxide HCl)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 401-403