When Is It Prescribed?
Librium (chlordiazepoxide) is prescribed to treat anxiety, nervousness and tension associated with anxiety disorders.
This medication may also be prescribed for purposes other than what’s listed above.
When Will It Start to Work?
You should start feeling the effects of Librium (chlordiazepoxide) within a couple hours, however, this medication should be taken for a couple weeks to see if full effects will be felt.
Are There Any Drug Interactions?
Always follow your prescribing doctor's or therapist's recommendations on how to take your medication and let them know if you are taking any other prescription medications, herbal remedies, vitamins, and/or over-the-counter medications.
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Issues
If you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding, discuss the potential risks of this medication with your doctor or therapist.
Other Important Information and Precautions
The habit-forming potential is high. Do not stop taking this drug abruptly, since this could cause unpleasant psychological and physical withdrawal symptoms.
This drug should not be given to anyone under twelve years of age, and should only be taken in small doses if over sixty.
Do not use Librium (chlordiazepoxide) if:
- you had negative reactions to other benzodiazepine
- you have a history of drug dependence
- you have had a stroke
- you have multiple sclerosis
- you have Alzheimer's disease
- you are seriously depressed
- you have other brain disorders
In addition to the information listed above, there may be other important issues or precautions related to this medication. For further information, you can ask your prescribing doctor or therapist.
Side-Effect Information
Only some people will experience side-effects -- and no one experiences them in exactly the same way. If you should experience any
side-effects, contact your doctor or therapist right away and continue taking your medication until otherwise advised.
The following list may not contain all of the side-effects associated with this medication:
| Most
common Side-Effects |
drowsiness, sedation,
dizziness, weakness, nausea |
| Infrequent
Side-Effects |
confusion, constipation,
increased/decreased libido, menstrual irregularities,
jaundice, edema |
Side-effects and risks other than those listed above may also occur. Talk to your prescribing doctor or therapist about any potential or existing side-effects that you’re concerned about.
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