Rx Name [CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE, 28160824]
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CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE 10MG CAP (KWA/ATB)
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28160824
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PHENOTHIAZINES
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For short term relief of anxiety and tension in neuroses. Adjunct in
acute alcohol withdrawal. Also see Major Tranquliser on p.265. |
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Dizziness, drowsiness, ataxia and slurred speech. Short term usage recommended because they are habit forming. Not recommended in children. C.f. prescribing in liver and renal disease p. 12; 25.
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Anxiety: 10mg 3 times daily increased if necessary to 60-100mg daily in divided doses. Alcohol withdrawal Syndrome: 25-100 mg repeated as needed after 2 to 4 hours, up to a maximum of 300 mg daily . Elderly: half adult dose.
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