Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 29, 2021.
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Librium
Available Dosage Forms:
- Capsule
Therapeutic Class: Antianxiety
Pharmacologic Class: Chlordiazepoxide
Uses for chlordiazepoxide hydrochloride
Chlordiazepoxide is used to relieve symptoms of anxiety, including nervousness or anxiety that happens before a surgery. It may also be used to treat symptoms of alcohol withdrawal.
Chlordiazepoxide is a benzodiazepine. Benzodiazepines belong to the group of medicines called central nervous system (CNS) depressants, which are medicines that slow down the nervous system.
Chlordiazepoxide hydrochloride is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Before using chlordiazepoxide hydrochloride
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For chlordiazepoxide hydrochloride, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to chlordiazepoxide hydrochloride or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of chlordiazepoxide in children below 6 years of age. Safety and efficacy have not been established.
Geriatric
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of chlordiazepoxide in the elderly. However, severe drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, clumsiness, or unsteadiness are more likely to occur in the elderly, who are usually more sensitive than younger adults to the effects of chlordiazepoxide. Elderly patients may require a lower dose to help reduce unwanted effects.
Breastfeeding
There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the ...
