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Oxazepam
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Pronounced: (ox-AZ-e-pam)
Other Names: None Listed
Catagory: Sedative/Hypnotic |
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Drug InformationThis medicine is used to treat anxiety. This medicine is used to calm you. It may be prescribed for patients who have trouble sleeping.
Mechanism:
This medicine produces and calming effect by increasing a chemical in the brain.
More Info:
For more information about this medicine, talk to your healthcare provider.
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Side EffectsIf any of these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor promptly: stomach upset, blurred vision, headache, dizziness, depression, impaired coordination, memory loss, hangover effect or clouded thinking may occur
Precautions:
This medicine can cause dizziness or drowsiness.
Preganant:
If you are pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant, talk to your doctor about the benefits and the risks of taking this edicine during your pregnancy. This medicine is excreted in breast milk. Do not breastfeed while taking this medicine.
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Dosage InformationTake this medicine exactly as directed. It may be taken with food or milk if stomach upset occurs.
Missed Dosage:
Take your next dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage:
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed.
Overdose:
Seek medical attention immediately. For non emergencies, contact your local or regional poison control center at 1-800-222-1222.
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