Generic name: clorazepate [ klor-AZ-e-pate ]
Brand names: Tranxene T-Tab, Tranxene SD
Dosage form: oral tablet (15 mg; 3.75 mg; 7.5 mg)
Drug class:Benzodiazepines
What is clorazepate?
Clorazepate is a benzodiazepine (ben-zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peen) that is used to treat anxiety disorders, partial seizures, or alcohol withdrawal symptoms.
Clorazepate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Clorazepate can slow or stop your breathing, especially if you have recently used an opioid medication or alcohol.
MISUSE OF clorazepate CAN CAUSE ADDICTION, OVERDOSE, OR DEATH. Keep this medicine where others cannot get to it.
Do not stop using clorazepate without asking your doctor. You may have life-threatening withdrawal symptoms if you stop using the medicine suddenly after long-term use. Some withdrawal symptoms may last up to 12 months or longer.
Get medical help right away if you stop using clorazepate and have symptoms such as: unusual muscle movements, being more active or talkative, sudden and severe changes in mood or behavior, confusion, hallucinations, seizures, or thoughts about suicide.
Some people have thoughts about suicide while taking clorazepate. Tell your doctor right away if you have any sudden changes in mood or behavior, or thoughts about suicide.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use clorazepate if you are allergic to it, or if you have:
narrow-angle glaucoma.
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