Description:

Librium (Chlordiazepoxide) is a benzodiazepine used to treat anxiety disorders, acute alcohol withdrawal symptoms, and muscle spasms. It has sedative, hypnotic, and muscle-relaxant properties, helping to calm the nervous system.

Prescription:

• Prescription-only medication 

Dosage:

• For Anxiety Disorders:
  • Mild to moderate anxiety: 5-10mg, 3-4 times daily.
  • Severe anxiety: 20-25mg, 3-4 times daily.
• For Alcohol Withdrawal:
  • 50-100mg initially, then repeated as needed, up to 300mg per day.
  • Gradual dose reduction is recommended.
• For Preoperative Sedation:
  • 5-10mg before surgery.

Therapeutic Category:

• Anxiolytic (Benzodiazepine class drug).

Active Ingredients/Composition:

• Chlordiazepoxide (available in 5mg, 10mg, and 25mg strengths).

Variant:

• Librium 5mg
• Librium 10mg
• Librium 25mg

Consume Type:

• Oral tablets/capsules, taken by mouth with water.

Directions/Usage:

• Take with or without food as prescribed.
• Swallow the tablet whole; do not chew or crush.
• Follow the doctor’s instructions carefully to avoid dependence.

Common Side Effects:

• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Dry mouth
• Nausea
• Confusion (especially in elderly patients)
• Muscle weakness
• Dependence with long-term use

Package Type:

• Available in blister packs and bottle packs.

Storage Advice:

• Store at room temperature (15-30°C).
• Keep away from moisture and direct sunlight.
• Keep out of reach of children due to the risk of overdose.

Safety Advice:

• Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Not recommended; can cause withdrawal symptoms in newborns.
• Alcohol Consumption: Avoid alcohol as it enhances drowsiness and sedation.
• Kidney & Liver Conditions: Use with caution in patients with liver disease.
• Driving & Machinery: May cause drowsiness; avoid operating heavy machinery.
• Withdrawal Warning: Should not be stopped suddenly; dose should be tapered gradually under medical guidance.

Product Substitutes:

• Chlozep
• Elilium
• Librax (Chlordiazepoxide + Clidinium for IBS)
• Paxipam (Similar anxiolytic drug – Halazepam)

Manufacturer/Marketer:

• Eskay

Country of Origin:

• Ghana