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Liberty Tablet 10 mg (Chlordiazepoxide Hydrochloride)

Liberty Tablet 10 mg (Chlordiazepoxide Hydrochloride)

Prescription medicationOral
Ingredient · strength
Chlordiazepoxide Hydrochloride›10mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
HanIn Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Pale green round tablet
Packaging
200 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 198100697 · Approved 1981.12.14 · Insurance code 657200210

Summary

Main use
Relief of anxiety and tension (e.g., before surgery and in psychosomatic disorders) and alcohol withdrawal symptoms
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
○ Adults 1. Mild or moderate anxiety or tension; preoperative anxiety or tension: Administer 15-40㎎/day of (hydrochloride) chlordiazepoxide orally in 3-4 divided doses. 2. Severe anxiety or tension: Administer 60-100㎎/day of this medicine in 3-4 divided doses. 3. Alcohol withdrawal symptoms: Administer 50-100㎎ of this medicine. Repeat if necessary; the total daily dose must not exceed 300㎎. ○ Elderly or debilitated patients Administer 5㎎ of this medicine per dose 2-4 times daily.
Child dose
○ Children (6 years and older): Administer 0.5㎎/kg body weight/day of this medicine in 2-4 divided doses. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
HanIn Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of anxiety and tension (e.g., before surgery and in psychosomatic disorders) and alcohol withdrawal symptoms

  • Anxiety
  • tension
  • pre-operative anxiety
  • anxiety in psychosomatic disorders
  • tension in psychosomatic disorders
  • alcohol withdrawal symptoms
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This medication is mainly used to relieve anxiety and tension. It is particularly helpful in stabilizing anxiety or tension before surgery. It is also effective in alleviating anxiety and tension associated with psychosomatic disorders such as hypertension or gastric duodenal ulcers. It can be used to treat anxiety due to alcohol withdrawal. In summary, this medication is used to improve anxiety and tension arising in various situations.

How to take

Adult dose

○ Adults 1. Mild or moderate anxiety or tension; preoperative anxiety or tension: Administer 15-40㎎/day of (hydrochloride) chlordiazepoxide orally in 3-4 divided doses. 2. Severe anxiety or tension: Administer 60-100㎎/day of this medicine in 3-4 divided doses. 3. Alcohol withdrawal symptoms: Administer 50-100㎎ of this medicine. Repeat if necessary; the total daily dose must not exceed 300㎎. ○ Elderly or debilitated patients Administer 5㎎ of this medicine per dose 2-4 times daily.

Child dose

○ Children (6 years and older): Administer 0.5㎎/kg body weight/day of this medicine in 2-4 divided doses. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

Precautions

This medication can cause severe sedation and respiratory depression when used with narcotics, leading to coma or even death, so it should be used very cautiously only when necessary. This medication should not be used in individuals with alcohol addiction or drug dependence, sleep apnea, acute glaucoma, severe myasthenia gravis, allergies to this medication or similar drugs, or individuals with certain genetic lactose intolerance. People with spinal or cerebellar problems, those under the influence of drugs such as alcohol or analgesics, those with compromised heart, liver, or kidney functions, children, the elderly, frail individuals, those with moderate respiratory issues, individuals with depression or suicidal tendencies, and pregnant women should exercise special caution when using this medication. This medication can lead to dependence with long-term use, so it should be used for the shortest duration possible, and abrupt discontinuation can lead to withdrawal symptoms such as anxiety, insomnia, headache, and seizures; therefore, the dosage should be gradually reduced. Patients with mental disorders may exhibit unusual behaviors or agitation, so careful observation is necessary, and side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, and headache may also occur. Various side effects can manifest, such as liver dysfunction, respiratory depression, blood cell reduction, low blood pressure, digestive disorders, and skin rashes; if any abnormal symptoms occur, consult a doctor immediately. This medication is not a first-line choice for the treatment of psychosis and may increase the risk of suicide when used alone for the treatment of depression, so it should be used with caution. It is safe to avoid activities requiring concentration, such as driving or operating machinery, while taking this medication. Using this medication with other central nervous system depressants or certain drugs can enhance its effects, so it should be taken only after consulting a doctor. Women in early pregnancy or with a possibility of pregnancy should only use this medication when necessary, as it may pose risks to the fetus, and nursing mothers should also avoid use as it could affect the newborn. Elderly individuals may experience movement disorders due to medication side effects; hence, lower doses should be administered cautiously at the start. Overdose may result in coma, muscle weakness, or memory impairment, and appropriate medical treatment should be sought immediately.

Side effects

  • Dependence
  • withdrawal symptoms
  • tremor
  • instability
  • insomnia
  • anxiety
  • headache
  • lack of concentration
  • sweating
  • muscle and abdominal cramps
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  • sensory disturbances
  • hallucinations
  • convulsions
  • agitation
  • confusion
  • drowsiness
  • ataxia
  • dizziness
  • gait disturbance
  • headache
  • hyperesthesia
  • jaundice
  • respiratory depression
  • granulocytopenia
  • leukopenia
  • agranulocytosis
  • hypotension
  • nausea
  • constipation
  • thirst
  • rash
  • photosensitivity
  • lethargy
  • weakness
  • edema
  • change in libido
  • EEG changes
  • skin rash
  • menstrual irregularities
  • confusion
  • deep sleep
  • myasthenia
  • reflex impairment
  • forgetfulness

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication is sensitive to light; therefore, it should be stored in an opaque container that prevents light from entering. Additionally, it should be kept in a sealed container to prevent air and moisture from entering to maintain the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Pale green round tablet

Package unit

200 tablets/bottle

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