Minoxide

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• Read drug prescription
• What is Minoxide
• Minoxide side effects
• Minoxide dosing
• Select the most affordable brand or generic drug
• Frequently asked Questions
• How should I take Minoxide?
• Who should not take Minoxide?
• What other drugs will affect Minoxide?
• Minoxide reviews

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What is Minoxide

Minoxide is in a group of drugs called benzodiazepines. Minoxide affects chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause anxiety.
Minoxide is used to treat anxiety disorders or alcohol withdrawal.
Minoxide may also be used for other purposes not listed in Minoxide guide.

Minoxide side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

• confusion;
• depressed mood, thoughts of suicide or hurting yourself;
• restless muscle movements in your eyes, tongue, jaw, or neck;
• hyperactivity, agitation, hostility;
• hallucinations; or
• jaundice.

Less serious side effects may include:

• drowsiness, tiredness;
• swelling;
• skin rash;
• nausea, vomiting, constipation; or
• irregular menstrual periods.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
See also: Side effects (in more detail)

Minoxide dosing

Usual Adult Dose for Anxiety:

Moderate anxiety: 5 to 10 mg orally 3 to 4 times a day.
Severe anxiety: 20 to 25 mg orally 3 to 4 times a day or 50 to 100 mg IM or IV followed by 25 to 50 mg 3 to 4 times a day if necessary.

Usual Adult Dose for Light Sedation:

For light sedation prior to a medical or surgical procedure.
Oral: 5 mg 3 times a day may be started several days before the procedure.
IM: 50 mg one hour before the procedure

Usual Adult Dose for Alcohol Withdrawal:

IM or IV: 50 to 100 mg initially. May repeat in 2 to 4 hours if necessary.
Oral: 50 to 100 mg followed by repeated doses as needed until agitation is controlled.
Dosage should then be reduced to maintenance levels.

Active ingredients: Chlordiazepoxide

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Strength	Quantity	Price, USD	Country
Balamin
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CEBRUM film-coated tab 25 mg x 10's		$0.21	Psycorem
CEBRUM 25MG TABLET 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)		$0.32	Psycormedies
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Chloordiazepoxide CF
Chlordiazepoxide
Apo-Chlordiazepoxide 5 mg Capsule		$0.07
ChlordiazePOXIDE HCl 10 mg capsule		$0.31
Librium 10 mg capsule		$1.61
Chlordiazepoxide injection
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Clordiazepoxido Andromaco
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10 mg x 10's		$0.28
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COZEP cap 20 mg x 10's		$0.52	AHPL
COZEP Capsule/ Tablet / 20mg ( units)		$0.52	Nicholas Piramal
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Ebrium
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EBRIUM tab 10 mg x 10's		$0.33	East West
25 mg x 10's		$0.49
EBRIUM tab 25 mg x 10's		$0.49	East West
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Med-Zepoxide
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References

1. Dailymed."Amitriptyline hydrochloride; chlordiazepoxide: dailymed provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the united states. dailymed is the official provider of fda label information (package inserts).". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailym... (accessed August 28, 2018).
2. "Chlordiazepoxide". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/co... (accessed August 28, 2018).
3. "Chlordiazepoxide". http://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB0047... (accessed August 28, 2018).

Minoxide - Frequently asked Questions

Can Minoxide be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?

In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.

It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.

How should I take Minoxide?

Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results from this medication.

Minoxide should be used for only a short time. Do not take this medication for longer than 4 months without your doctor's advice.

Contact your doctor if this medicine seems to stop working as well in treating your symptoms.

Do not stop using Minoxide suddenly, or you could have seizures or unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Talk to your doctor about how to avoid withdrawal symptoms when you stop using Minoxide.

To be sure this medication is not causing harmful effects, your blood and liver function may need to be tested on a regular basis. Do not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.

Store Minoxide at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.

Keep track of how many pills have been used from each new bottle of this medicine. Benzodiazepines are drugs of abuse and you should be aware if any person in the household is using this medicine improperly or without a prescription.

Who should not take Minoxide?

Do not use this medication if you are allergic to Minoxide or to other benzodiazepines, such as alprazolam, clorazepate, diazepam, lorazepam, or oxazepam.

Before taking Minoxide, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:

• glaucoma;

• asthma, emphysema, bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder, or other breathing problems;

• porphyria;

• kidney or liver disease;

• a history of depression or suicidal thoughts or behavior; or

• a history of drug or alcohol addiction.

If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take this medication.

Minoxide may be habit-forming and should be used only by the person it was prescribed for. Minoxide should never be shared with another person, especially someone who has a history of drug abuse or addiction. Keep the medication in a secure place where others cannot get to it.

Minoxide can cause birth defects in an unborn baby. Do not use Minoxide without your doctor's consent if you are pregnant. Tell your doctor if you become pregnant during treatment. Use an effective form of birth control while you are using this medication.

Minoxide may pass into breast milk and could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

The sedative effects of Minoxide may last longer in older adults. Accidental falls are common in elderly patients who take benzodiazepines. Use caution to avoid falling or accidental injury while you are taking Minoxide.

What other drugs will affect Minoxide?

Before taking Minoxide, tell your doctor if you are using any of the following drugs:

• a barbiturate such as amobarbital, butabarbital, mephobarbital, secobarbital, or phenobarbital;

• a blood thinner such as warfarin; or

• an MAO inhibitor such as isocarboxazid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, or tranylcypromine;

• medicine to treat psychiatric disorders, such as chlorpromazine, haloperidol, mesoridazine, pimozide, or thioridazine;

• narcotic medication such as butorphanol, codeine, hydrocodone, levorphanol, meperidine, methadone, morphine, naloxone, oxycodone, propoxyphene; or

• an antidepressant such as amitriptyline, amoxapine, citalopram, clomipramine, desipramine, doxepin, escitalopram, fluoxetine, imipramine, nortriptyline, paroxetine, protriptyline, sertraline, or trimipramine.

This is not a complete list and there may be other drugs that can interact with Minoxide. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.

Can Minoxide be taken or consumed while pregnant?

Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.

Can Minoxide be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?

Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.

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The information was verified by Dr. Vishal Pawar, MD Pharmacology