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Oxazepan: Drug Information, Side Effects and Precautions

Oxazepan is also known by the brand name Serax. It helps relieve anxiety, nervousness, and tension that are associated with those who have anxiety disorders. It is also used to help reduce the symptoms of alcohol withdrawal.

Ask your doctor about using oxazepan for any other purpose besides those listed in this medication guide.

Oxazepan Dosage and Usage Information

You will need to take the dose that your doctor prescribes, with or without food as your doctor recommends, with a full glass of water. You are advised not to stop taking this medication without first consulting your doctor as well.

In Case of Overdose

In the case of an emergency that results from an overdose you will need to seek medical attention immediately. In the case of a non-emergency overdose situation you can seek information from a local poison control center.

In Case of Missed Dose

If you miss a dose you will need to either take it as soon as you remember or take the next regularly scheduled dose. Never under any circumstances should you take a double dose to make up for the missed one

Oxazepan Side Effects Information

Almost any medication that you take has the possibility of causing side effects. Oxazepan has side effects information you may want to know about.

Some of the most common effects of this medication include the following:

• Drowsiness, dizziness, or clumsiness
• Depression
• Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or constipation
• Difficulty urinating
• Nightmares
• Headache
• Dry mouth
• Decreased sex drive, or changes in behavior

More serious side effects that are sometimes associated with this medication include the following

• Swelling of the lips, face, or tongue
• Closing of the throat
• Difficulty breathing
• Hives or rash
• Sores in the mouth, or yellowing of the eyes
• Hallucinations or sever confusion
• Changes in vision

If you experience any of the above side effects or any others you will want to contact your doctor immediately. Your doctor will help make the necessary adjustments regarding these.

Oxazepan Precautions

Before you decide to take oxepam you need to be aware that those who have narrow-angle glaucoma should not take this medication. You also need to tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, or any other existing medical condition. You especially need to tell your doctor if you have any depressed or suicidal thoughts.

In addition, you need to inform your doctor about any prescription or non-prescription drugs you are currently taking, or of any drug that could affect your use of oxepam. In addition, you need to inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. If so, you should not be using this medication.

Additional precautions should be taken regarding driving or operating heavy machinery. Oxapam could cause drowsiness or even dizziness, and you should not perform any tasks that require much concentration until you know how this medication will affect you. In addition, alcohol should be avoided while taking oxapam.

How to Store Desipramine

 This medication should be sealed tightly in the container that it came in. Furthermore, it should be kept out of the reach of children. In addition, you will need to keep it away from excess heat and moisture. All medication that is outdated or no longer needed should be thrown away.

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