Oxazepam

How is Oxazepam dosed?

The dosage of oxazepam varies based on the patient's condition, age, and other factors. The general dosage information for oxazepam is as follows:

• For anxiety:
  • Adults: 10 to 30 milligrams (mg) 3 or 4 times a day.
  • Older adults: At first, 10 mg 3 times a day. Your doctor may increase your dose if needed.
  • Children 6 years of age and older: Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

Please note that these are average doses, and your doctor will determine the appropriate dosage for you based on your specific condition and other factors. Always follow your doctor's instructions or the directions on the label when taking oxazepam.

What is the dosage form of Oxazepam?

Oxazepam is available in oral capsule form.

What medications are contraindication with Oxazepam?

Oxazepam oral route is contraindicated with the following medications:

1. Flumazenil
2. Alfentanil
3. Alprazolam
4. Amobarbital
5. Aripiprazole
6. Benzhydrocodone
7. Bromazepam
8. Bromopride
9. Buprenorphine
10. Butabarbital
11. Butalbital
12. Butorphanol
13. Calcium Oxybate
14. Cannabidiol
15. Cannabis
16. Carbinoxamine
17. Carisoprodol
18. Cetirizine
19. Chloral Hydrate
20. Chlorzoxazone
21. Clobazam
22. Clonazepam
23. Codeine
24. Dantrolene
25. Daridorexant
26. Dexmedetomidine
27. Dihydrocodeine
28. Doxylamine
29. Esketamine
30. Ethchlorvynol
31. Fentanyl
32. Flibanserin
33. Fospropofol
34. Gabapentin
35. Gabapentin Enacarbil
36. Hydrocodone
37. Hydromorphone
38. Ivacaftor
39. Ketamine
40. Lacosamide
41. Lemborexant
42. Levocetirizine
43. Levorphanol
44. Lofexidine
45. Loxapine
46. Magnesium Oxybate

Please consult with a healthcare professional before combining any medications, as they can provide personalized advice based on your medical history and specific needs.

How is Oxazepam administered?

Oxazepam is administered orally through capsules. The dosage and frequency of administration depend on the patient's age, medical condition, and the doctor's prescription. The dosage for adults ranges from 10 to 30 milligrams (mg) taken three or four times a day. Older adults typically start with 10 mg administered three times a day, with the possibility of increasing the dose if needed. Children aged 6 and above require a dose determined by a doctor.

What are common precautions when taking Oxazepam?

Common precautions when taking oxazepam oral route include:

1. Allergies: Inform your doctor if you have had any unusual or allergic reactions to oxazepam or any other medications. Also, let your healthcare professional know if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals.
2. Geriatric: Elderly patients are more likely to have unwanted effects like severe drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, unusual behavior, and age-related kidney or liver problems. Adjust the dose for elderly patients receiving oxazepam accordingly.
3. Pediatric: Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of oxazepam in children younger than 6 years. Safety and efficacy have not been established.
4. Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor before using oxazepam if you are breastfeeding, as it may cause drowsiness or other side effects in the baby.
5. Driving and operating machinery: Oxazepam may cause drowsiness or dizziness. Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you.
6. Proper use: Take this medicine only as directed by your doctor, do not take more of it, do not take it more often, and do not take it for a longer time than your doctor ordered. If too much of this medicine is taken for a long time, it may become habit-forming (causing mental or physical dependence).
7. Side effects: Inform your doctor if you experience any unusual or severe side effects, such as increased interest in sexual intercourse, loss in sexual ability, desire, drive, or performance, rash with flat lesions or small raised lesions on the skin, sensation of spinning, double vision, or menstrual changes.
8. Medication guide: This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Read and follow the instructions carefully. Ask your doctor if you have any questions. Always consult with your doctor before starting or stopping any medication.