Oxazepam

Oxazepam is an intermediate-acting benzodiazepine prescribed for the treatment of anxiety disorders, panic disorders, alcohol withdrawal, and insomnia. It is characterized by relatively low potency compared to other benzodiazepines, a slow onset of action, and a simple metabolic profile that makes it less susceptible to variability based on age or liver function. It is notably an active metabolite of both diazepam and temazepam. Higher doses may produce amnesia and lowered inhibitions.

Also known as: Serax, Sobril, Alepam, Serepax, Seresta

Classification

Chemical: Benzodiazepine
Chemical: Medicine
Psychoactive: Depressant
Tag: Anxiolytic
Tag: GABAergic
Tag: Habit-Forming
Tag: Muscle Relaxant
Tag: Sedative

Effects

Sedation
Muscle Relaxation
Seizure Suppression
Fatigue
Headache
Respiratory Depression
Anxiety Suppression
Amnesia
Thought Deceleration
Emotion Suppression
Confusion
Motor Control Loss
Disinhibition
Dulled Perception

Routes of Administration

Oral

Dosage

Heavy: 50+ mg
Light: 5 – 10 mg
Common: 10 – 30 mg
Strong: 30 – 45 mg
Threshold: 5 mg

Duration

Onset: 0.5-1 h
After Effects: 1-10 h
Peak: 2-4 h
Offset: 4-8 h
Total Duration: 6-12 h

Harm Reduction

Check interactions before mixing substances, pay attention to dose spacing and hydration, and treat all dosage guidance as approximate rather than guaranteed safe.

Sources

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