clorazepate dipotassium /klôraz″əpāt dī-potassium/ , a benzodiazepine antianxiety drug. ▪ INDICATIONS: It is prescribed in the treatment of anxiety, nervous tension, and alcohol withdrawal. ▪ CONTRAINDICATIONS: Psychosis, acute narrow-angle glaucoma, or known hypersensitivity to this drug prohibits its use. Cross-addiction in alcohol withdrawal should be guarded against. ▪ ADVERSE EFFECTS: Among the more serious adverse reactions are withdrawal symptoms that occur on discontinuation of treatment. Drowsiness and fatigue commonly occur. Addiction is possible.
