Prazepam Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Prazepam-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.

Explore Prazepam brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Prazepam

Pronunciation : pra’ ze pam

Therapeutic Classification : Anxiolytics, Sedatives And Hypnotics

Brand Names or Trade Names of Prazepam

International :

Centrac, Centrax, Demetrin, Lysanxia, Mono Demetrin, Pozapam, Prasepine, Prazene, Reapam and Trepidan

Why is Prazepam Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an anti-anxiety agent, prescribed for anxiety.

When should Prazepam not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with severe psychiatric disorders, CNS depression or coma, porphyria and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Prazepam?

Adult: 30 mg daily as a single nightly dose or in divided doses, up to 60 mg daily in severe conditions.
Elderly: Initially, 10-15 mg daily.

How should Prazepam be taken?

It comes as tablet and capsule to take by mouth, with food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Prazepam?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of increased eye pressure, seizures, lung, heart, or liver disease, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It should not be taken for more than four weeks; otherwise patient become addict to this drug.

• Avoid alcohol consumption.

• It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Prazepam?

Most Common - Clumsiness / sleepiness.
Central Nervous System - Drowsiness, dizziness, weakness, muscle incoordination, fatigue, confusion, faintness, talkativeness, restlessness, anxiety, excitement, trembling, muscle spasms, sleeping problems and nightmares.
Miscellaneous - Abdominal cramps, blurred vision, dry mouth, fast heartbeat, slurred speech and headache.