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Treats anxiety, symptoms of alcohol withdrawal, and tremor.Belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines.
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Chlordiazepoxide
Librium
Uses
Treats anxiety, symptoms of alcohol withdrawal, and tremor.Belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines.
Storage
- Store at room temperature, away from excess heat, moisture, and light.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
How To Use
- APPEARANCE: Tablet, Capsule.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to take and how often.
May be taken with or without food.
Drink plenty of liquids.
Side Effects
- Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Depressed mood or severe confusion
Extreme unsteadiness (trouble standing)
Severe drowsiness and weakness
Slow heartbeat
Sudden mood changes
Trouble breathing
Precautions
- You should not use chlordiazepoxide if you have had an allergic reaction to any other benzodiazepine medicines, such as Valium®, Xanax®, and Halcion®.
Missed Dose
- Take as soon as possible if you are less than 1 hour late with your dose.
If it is almost time for your next regular dose, wait until then to take your medicine and skip the missed dose.
You should not use two doses at the same time.
Drug Interactions
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
Make sure your doctor knows if you have porphyria or liver or kidney disease before you take this medicine.
This medicine can be habit-forming.
- You should not use more than the prescribed amount or for longer periods than your doctor has ordered.
This medicine can cause dizziness or drowsiness.
- Be careful if driving or using machinery.
If you have taken this medicine for a long time or in large doses, do not stop taking it suddenly.
- You may need to take smaller and smaller doses before completely stopping.
The side effects of this medicine may be stronger in older adults and children.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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