Tranxene (Clorazepate)

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Brand Name: Tranxene

Generic Name: Clorazepate

Manufacturer/Agent: Sanofi-aventis

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Formulation: caps

Strength: 10mg

Pack size: 30

Trade Price: KES 317.00

Retail Price: @ KES 14.09

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

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Molecular Formulae: C16H11ClN2O4K2 = 408.9

Precautions: Hypersensitivity to benzodiazepines. acute pulmonary depression.

Indications/Uses: Relief of anxiety, insomnia 15mg nocte. adjunct in management of partial seizures 7.5mg daily. symptoms of alcohol withdrawal.

Interactions: Cns depressants increase toxicity.

Side Effects: Drowsiness. light-headedness. ataxia. confusion.

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