chlordiazepoxide /klôr′dī·az′əpok″sīd/ , an antianxiety drug of the benzodiazepine type. ▪ INDICATIONS: It is prescribed in the treatment of anxiety, nervous tension, and alcohol withdrawal symptoms. ▪ CONTRAINDICATIONS: Acute narrow-angle glaucoma, pregnancy, or known hypersensitivity to this drug prohibits its use. It should be used with caution in patients who are depressed or have a history of drug dependence. ▪ ADVERSE EFFECTS: Adverse effects include respiratory depression. Among the more serious adverse reactions are withdrawal symptoms that appear on discontinuation of treatment. Drowsiness and fatigue commonly occur.
