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Oxazepam
Latest prescription information about Oxazepam. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Oxazepam
Pronunciation : ox a' ze pam
Therapeutic Classification : Anxiolytics, Sedatives And Hypnotics
ICD Code : Y47.5
Trade Name(s): India- Serepax. International- Serax. Why it is prescribed (Indications) : This medication is a benzodiazepine derivative, prescribed for anxiety and insomnia. It works by affecting the brain to reduce nervous tension. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): Contraindicated in patients with psychoses and hypersensitivity.
Dosage & When it is to be taken : The recommended dose range is 10 to 30 mg in divided doses. How it should be taken : It comes as a tablet and capsule to take by mouth with food. Warnings and Precautions : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of increased eye pressure, seizures, or lung, heart, or liver disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breast feeding. * It may cause drowsiness or dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. * Avoid alcohol consumption. Side Effects : Central Nervous System - Drowsiness, ataxia, dizziness, vertigo, memory impairment, headache, lethargy and excitement. Genitourinary - Menstrual irregularities and urinary incontinence. Miscellaneous - Blurred vision, double vision and fever. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at room temperature, away from excess heat. |
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