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Brand: Serax, Alepam, Murelax, Ox-Pam, Oxazepam Generics
Oxazepam is a benzodiazepine medication used for the short-term treatment of anxiety, insomnia, alcohol withdrawal, and other conditions. It belongs to the class of drugs known as benzodiazepines, which enhance the effect of the neurotransmitter GABA in the brain, leading to a calming effect. Oxazepam is an intermediate-acting benzodiazepine.
For the short-term treatment of anxiety, insomnia, alcohol withdrawal, and other conditions.
Outcome:
Increased sedation, respiratory depression
Mechanism:
Additive CNS depressant effects
Outcome:
Decreased oxazepam absorption
Mechanism:
Altered gastric pH
Outcome:
Decreased oxazepam effects
Mechanism:
Antagonism of CNS depressant effects
Most likely new formulation: Extended-release formulation for improved adherence (Year: 2026, 30% confidence)
Based on current usage trends and safety profile, Oxazepam has a low likelihood of regulatory changes in the next 5 years (<5% chance).
Benzodiazepine
Benzodiazepine