Halcion (Triazolam)

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Brand Name: Halcion

Generic Name: Triazolam

Manufacturer/Agent: Pfizer-pharmacia

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Formulation: tabs

Strength: 0.25mg

Pack size: 100

Trade Price: KES 1,440.00

Retail Price: @ KES 19.20

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Class: Anxiolytics/sedatives/hypnotics/neuroleptics (CNS agents)

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Molecular Formulae: C17H12Cl2N4 = 343.2

Precautions: Hypersensitivity to benzodiazepines. pregnancy

Indications/Uses: Insomnia 0.25mg nocte. premedication in surgery.

Interactions: Decreased effect: carbamazepine, rifampicin. increased effect: cimetidine, ciprofloxacin, macrolides, cns depressants, ritonavir

Side Effects: Drowsiness and light-headedness next day. ataxia. confusion. headache. nausea. vomiting.

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