Oxazepam (Oral Route)

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Oxazepam (Oral Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Serax

Description

Oxazepam is used to relieve symptoms of anxiety, including anxiety caused by depression, and the symptoms of alcohol withdrawal. This medicine may also be used to treat tension, agitation, and irritability in older patients.

Oxazepam 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.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Before Using
DR602789 Portions of this document last updated: Nov. 1, 2011

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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