Medication

Clorazepate

Generic name: clorazepate

Pharmacist-reviewed drug information from the RxWiki encyclopedia.

Overview

Clorazepate is a prescription medication used to treat anxiety and seizures. Clorazepate belongs to a group of drugs called benzodiazepines. These work by reducing abnormal electrical activity in the brain.

This medication comes in tablet form and is taken 1 to 3 times a day, with or without food.

Common side effects of clorazepate include upset stomach, drowsiness, and dizziness. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery until you know how clorazepate affects you.
 

What is it used for?

Clorazepate is a prescription medication used to treat anxiety and as an add-on medication to treat partial seizures.

This medication may be prescribed for other uses. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Side effects

Serious side effects have been reported with clorazepate.

Common side effects of clorazepate include the following:

  • drowsiness
  • dizziness
  • upset stomach
  • blurred vision
  • dry mouth
  • confusion

This is not a complete list of clorazepate side effects. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

All information on this site is provided “as-is” for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment. You should consult with a medical professional if you have any questions about your health.