DRUG | SUPPLIED | DOSE | COMMENTS |
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OXAZEPAM (Paeds) Mechanism of action: Benzodiazepine Ref: 4, 44, 83 Last update: 2021-08-02 |
tablet: 10 mg, 15 mg, 30 mg |
Children >12 years old/Adults: Mild to moderate anxiety: 10-15 mg PO TID-QIDSevere anxiety or management of alcohol withdrawal: 15-30 mg PO TID-QID Insomnia: 15-30 mg PO HS |
Does not undergo oxidative metabolism. Dosage adjustment not required for patients with impaired hepatic function. Do not discontinue abruptly after continuous use: may precipitate seizures and/or withdrawal syndrome. Benzodiazepines are habit-forming, commonly abused, and have a significant street value. For anxiety, benzodiazepines are for symptomatic treatment only, and alternative strategies to replace benzodiazepine use should be sought quickly. Standard Prescription: oxazepam__mg PO__(frequency) |