This medication is used for treatment of anxiety-in general and before a surgery. It is also used for treating acute alcohol withdrawal.
chlordiazepoxide
This medicine is used for the treatment of anxiety accompanied with or without insomnia, also used in
alcohol withdrawal.
Contradications
It is contraindicated in patients with pulmonary insufficiency and respiratory depression. Not
recommended in patients with depression and psychosis.
Side effects
The side-effects are drowsiness, unsteadiness, loss of balance, confusion, vertigo, gastrointestinal upset,
visual disturbances, headache, rash, and sexual disturbances. Blood disorders and jaundice are rare side-
effects.
Expert Advice
INDICATIONS
This medicine is used for the treatment of anxiety accompanied with or without insomnia, also used in
alcohol withdrawal.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
It is contraindicated in patients with pulmonary insufficiency and respiratory depression. Not
recommended in patients with depression and psychosis.
PRECAUTIONS
People with the following conditions are advised to observe cautiousness while using this medicine;
respiratory insufficiency, renal, and hepatic impairment. Avoid long-term use.
SIDE EFFECTS
The side-effects are drowsiness, unsteadiness, loss of balance, confusion, vertigo, gastrointestinal upset,
visual disturbances, headache, rash, and sexual disturbances. Blood disorders and jaundice are rare side-
effects.
PREGNANCY
Better to avoid during pregnancy, and should only be used when no safer alternative is present.
LACTATION
This medication is contraindicated in lactating females.
FAQs
What are the uses of Chlordiazepoxide?
How to store Chlordiazepoxide?
Please store this medicine at room temperature (18-25 Celsius). Keep medicine away from excessive light, moisture, and children. Please do not flush medicines down the toilet. Please read the leaflet provided with the medicine for further storage guidance.
What are the precautions for taking Chlordiazepoxide?
• You may feel drowsy after taking this medicine therefore avoid doing work requiring alertness e.g. driving after taking this medicine • Patients with breathing problems must be cautious
Does Chlordiazepoxide have any effect on pregnancy and lactation?
This medicine should not be used during pregnancy and lactation period.
