anxizide 10mg tablet - Chlordiazepoxide (10mg) medicine

anxizide 10mg tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes

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๐Ÿญ Psychotropics India Ltd ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Jun 23, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
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Dr. SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jun 23, 2026

What is anxizide 10mg tablet used for?

Albium (Chlordiazepoxide) is used to treat NEURO CNS. It contains Chlordiazepoxide (10mg), which Enhances GABA-A receptor activity by binding to benzodiazepine site, increasing . Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Chlordiazepoxide
  • Manufacturer: Psychotropics India Ltd
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: A
  • Prescription Required: Yes
๐Ÿ’ก Did You Know? India has the highest number of USFDA-compliant plants outside the USA.

๐Ÿ’Š anxizide 10mg tablet Uses & Benefits

Anxiety disorders, alcohol withdrawal syndrome, preoperative sedation, muscle spasms.

Off-label uses: Panic disorder, insomnia, catatonia, adjunct in anesthesia.

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Chlordiazepoxide
Brand NameAlbium
ManufacturerPsychotropics India Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassNEURO CNS
Action ClassBenzodiazepines
Route of AdministrationOral.
StorageStore at room temperature (20-25ยฐC), protect from light and moisture.
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionWell absorbed orally; peak plasma concentrations within 1-4 hours.
DistributionDistributes widely; crosses blood-brain barrier and placenta.
Protein Binding90-98% bound to plasma proteins.
MetabolismHepatic metabolism via CYP3A4 to active metabolites (e.g., desmethylchlordiazepoxide, demoxepam).
Half-Life5-30 hours (parent drug); active metabolites have longer half-lives (up to 100 hours).
ExcretionPrimarily renal excretion of metabolites.
BioavailabilityApproximately 100% after oral administration.
Onset of Action30-60 minutes.
Peak Plasma Time1-4 hours.
Duration of ActionVariable; 6-24 hours depending on dose and metabolite accumulation.

How It Works

Enhances GABA-A receptor activity by binding to benzodiazepine site, increasing chloride ion influx and neuronal inhibition.

Mechanism Steps

1Binds to benzodiazepine site on GABA-A receptor
2Increases affinity of GABA for receptor
3Enhances chloride ion channel opening frequency

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take anxizide 10mg tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of anxizide 10mg tablet

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Ataxia
  • Fatigue
  • Slurred speech
  • Constipation

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Respiratory depression
  • Severe sedation
  • Paradoxical reactions (agitation, aggression)
  • Dependence
  • Withdrawal seizures
  • Suicidal ideation

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Blood dyscrasias
  • Jaundice
  • Hypersensitivity reactions
  • Gynecomastia

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
Alcohol Major Additive CNS depression, increased sedation, respiratory depression
Opioids Major Additive CNS depression, risk of respiratory depression
Ketoconazole Major Increased chlordiazepoxide levels via CYP3A4 inhibition
Rifampin Major Decreased chlordiazepoxide levels via CYP3A4 induction
Antacids Moderate Decreased absorption of chlordiazepoxide

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • CNS depressants (alcohol, barbiturates, opioids)
  • CYP3A4 inhibitors (ketoconazole, ritonavir)
  • CYP3A4 inducers (rifampin, carbamazepine)

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • Antacids
  • Oral contraceptives
  • Disulfiram

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Caffeine
  • Smoking (may decrease levels)

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

Grapefruit juice may increase levels; food delays absorption.

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

Additive CNS depression; avoid concurrent use.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to benzodiazepines, severe hepatic impairment, acute narrow-angle glaucoma, myasthenia gravis, respiratory depression, pregnancy (especially first trimester), breastfeeding.

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Liver function tests, renal function, CBC, mental status, respiratory rate, signs of dependence.

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Excreted in breast milk; avoid or monitor infant for sedation.

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

Supportive care; flumazenil (benzodiazepine antagonist) may be used but with caution (risk of seizures).

โฐ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered unless near next dose; do not double dose.

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

Dr. SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Reviewed: Jun 23, 2026

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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.

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