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Chlordiazepoxide Hcl
Chlordiazepoxide - Oral


Chlordiazepoxide is used to treat anxiety and acute alcohol withdrawal. It is also used to relieve fear and anxiety before surgery. Chlordiazepoxide Hcl belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines which act on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect. It works by enhancing the effects of a certain natural chemical in the body (GABA).

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Librium, Poxi

 
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chlordiazepoxide Hcl
Librium, Poxi

Uses
Chlordiazepoxide is used to treat anxiety and acute alcohol withdrawal. It is also used to relieve fear and anxiety before surgery. Chlordiazepoxide Hcl belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines which act on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect. It works by enhancing the effects of a certain natural chemical in the body (GABA).


Storage
  • Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
  • Do not store in the bathroom.
  • Keep all medicines away from children and pets.


Overdose
  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
  • Symptoms of overdose may include: severe drowsiness, slowed/reduced reflexes, slowed breathing, fainting, loss of consciousness.

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How To Use
  • Take Chlordiazepoxide Hcl by mouth as directed by your doctor.
  • The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
  • Use Chlordiazepoxide Hcl exactly as prescribed.
  • Do not increase your dose, take it more frequently or use it for a longer period of time than prescribed because Chlordiazepoxide Hcl can be habit-forming.
  • Also, if used for an extended period of time, do not suddenly stop using Chlordiazepoxide Hcl without your doctor s approval.
  • Some conditions may become worse when Chlordiazepoxide Hcl is abruptly stopped.
  • Your dose may need to be gradually decreased to avoid side effects such as seizures.
  • When used for an extended period, Chlordiazepoxide Hcl may not work as well and may require different dosing.
  • Talk with your doctor if Chlordiazepoxide Hcl stops working well.

Side Effects
  • Drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, constipation, blurred vision, or headache may occur.
  • If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
  • Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: mental/mood changes, slurred speech, clumsiness, trouble walking, decreased/increased interest in sex, tremor, uncontrollable movements, facial or muscle twitching, trouble urinating, sleep disturbances.
  • Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: fainting, stomach/abdominal pain, persistent nausea, vomiting, fatigue, yellowing eyes or skin, dark urine, persistent sore throat or fever.
  • A serious allergic reaction to Chlordiazepoxide Hcl is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs.
  • Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
  • If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions
  • Before using Chlordiazepoxide Hcl, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: liver disease, kidney disease, lung/breathing problems (e.g., COPD, sleep apnea), blood disorder (porphyria), drug or alcohol abuse, any allergies.
  • Chlordiazepoxide Hcl may make you dizzy, drowsy or cause blurred vision; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery.
  • Limit alcoholic beverages.
  • Caution is advised when using Chlordiazepoxide Hcl in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of Chlordiazepoxide Hcl, especially the drowsiness effect.
  • Chlordiazepoxide Hcl is not recommended for use during pregnancy due to the potential for fetal harm.
  • If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, inform your doctor immediately.
  • Consult your doctor for more details.
  • Based on information from related drugs, Chlordiazepoxide Hcl may pass into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant.
  • Therefore, breast-feeding while using Chlordiazepoxide Hcl is not recommended.
  • Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Missed Dose
  • If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
  • If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
  • Do not double the dose to catch up.

Drug Interactions
  • Chlordiazepoxide Hcl should not be used with the following medications because very serious interactions may occur: sodium oxybate.
  • If you are currently using any of these medications, tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting chlordiazepoxide.
  • Before using Chlordiazepoxide Hcl, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially of: antacids, certain anti-depressants (e.g., fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, nefazodone), cimetidine, clozapine, digoxin, disulfiram, kava, levodopa.
  • Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you also take drugs that cause drowsiness such as: antihistamines that cause drowsiness (e.g., diphenhydramine), anti-seizure drugs (e.g., carbamazepine), medicine for sleep (e.g., sedatives), muscle relaxants, narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), psychiatric medicines (e.g., phenothiazines such as chlorpromazine, or tricyclics such as amitriptyline), tranquilizers.
  • Check the labels on all your medicines (e.g., cough-and-cold products) because they may contain drowsiness-causing ingredients.
  • Ask your pharmacist about the safe use of those products.
  • This product can affect the results of certain lab tests.
  • Make sure laboratory personnel and your doctors know you use Chlordiazepoxide Hcl.
  • Smoking can decrease the effectiveness of Chlordiazepoxide Hcl (through liver enzyme induction).
  • Tell your doctor if you smoke or if you have recently stopped smoking because your dose may need to be adjusted.
  • Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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