Oxazepam
Overview
Oxazepam is oral anxiolytic belongs to benzodiazipine, with a moderate duration of action. It contains a chiral center. Chemically Oxazepam is identified as 7-Chloro-1,3-dihydro-3-hydroxy-5-phenyl-2H-1,4-benzodiazipine-2-one. Oxazepam is prepared by chemical synthesis, substituent in the 7th position such as halogen or a nitro group is required for its sedative-hypnotic activity. The actions, uses and adverse effects similar to those of Diazepam.
Categories
- 24 Psychotherapeutic drugs
Primary Characterstics
Indications
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Pharmacokinetics
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Contraindications
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Side Effects
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Dosage
Oxazepam's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose
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Single Dose
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Frequency
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Route
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Instructions
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Adult Dosage
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| 0.142 to 0.214 mg/kg | 0.18 (0.178) | 8 hourly | PO | - |
Paedriatic Dosage (20kg)
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| | | | Not recommended for this age group |
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
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| | | | Not recommended in this age group |
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Warning / Precautions
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Storage Conditions
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Interference in Pathology
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Brands / Trade Names of
Oxazepam
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