Chlordiazepoxide Pharmacology

Chlordiazepoxide

About Chlordiazepoxide
Benzodiazepine derivative, Sedative /hypnotic, Antianxiety and skeletal muscle relaxant.
Mechanism of Action of Chlordiazepoxide
Chlordiazepoxide mainly acts on Limbic system and ascending reticular formation in the CNS. It binds to the BZD receptor. The binding will facilitates GABA mediated chloride channel opening and produce hyperpolarisation. This will increase the concentration of inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA and chloride ions in the CNS and decreases firing rate of neurons. This in turn alters normal excitatory functions of the body.
Pharmacokinets of Chlordiazepoxide
Absorption: It is absorbed after oral administration. Distribution: It is distributed widely in the body. Metabolism: It is metabolised to active metabolite in the liver. Excretion: Most metabolites are excreted through urine
Onset of Action for Chlordiazepoxide
1 - 2 hour
Duration of Action for Chlordiazepoxide
12 - 24 hour
Half Life of Chlordiazepoxide
5 - 30 hour
Side Effects of Chlordiazepoxide
1.Ataxia
2.Drowsiness
3.Lethargy
4.Hallucination
5.Nausea
6.Constipation
7.Amnesia
8.Dependence
9.Pain at the site of injection
10.Confusion
11.Depression
12.Mood changes
Contra-indications of Chlordiazepoxide
Hypersensitivity to Benzodiazepines
Special Precautions while taking Chlordiazepoxide
1.Renal impairment
2.Hepatic impairment
3.Myasthenia gravis
4.Respiratory disease
5.Jaundice
6.Use caution while driving vehicles, operating machines or other dangerous activities
Pregnancy Related Information
Contraindicated.
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Contraindicated.
Children Related Information
Use with caution
children < 6 years: contraindicated
NEONATES- contraindicated
Indications for Chlordiazepoxide
1. Anxiety
2.Treatment of alcohol withdrawal symptom
3. Insomnia
4. Pre and post operative apprehension
Interactions for Chlordiazepoxide
Alcohol & Other CNS Depressants: Enhanced CNS effects.
Aminophylline: Antagonizes the sedative effect.
Cimetidine, Oral contraceptives, Disulfiram, Fluoxetine, Isoniazid, Ketoconazole, Metoprolol, Propoxyphene, Propranolol.
Valproic acid: Elimination of chlordiazepoxide decreased due to inhibition of hepatic metabolism leading to enhanced activity.
Digoxin: Increase in serum concentration of Digoxin.
Imipramine & Desipramine: Enhanced activity of these drugs.
Levodopa : Decrease in antiparkinsonism efficacy.
Morphine, Pethidine, Atropine and Magnesium trisilicate: Absorption of chlordiazepoxide is impaired.
Probenecid: May cause rapid onset or prolonged effect.
Rifampicin: Decreases efficacy.
Typical Dosage for Chlordiazepoxide
Adults: 5 - 10 mg 3 - 4 times daily
Severe anxiety: 20 - 25 mg 3 - 4 times daily
Treatment of alcohol withdrawal symptom: 25 - 100 mg daily; Depending on the patient`s condition dose can be reduced after 2 - 3 weeks
Pre and post operative apprehension: 5 - 10 mg 3 - 4 times daily; the drug should be given one day before surgery in pre operative apprehension
Children: 5mg 3 - 4 times daily.
Schedule of Chlordiazepoxide
H
Storage Requirements for Chlordiazepoxide
Store at temperature 15 - 30 degree C.Protect from light and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Chlordiazepoxide
Take the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose.
Effects of Overdose of Chlordiazepoxide
Give support and symptomatic treatment. Induce emesis or gastric lavage has to be done followed by charcoal administration. Flumazenil can be given as antagonist.

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