Pros & Cons
Chlordiazepoxide Pros and Cons
- Chlordiazepoxide is the first-choice drug for alcohol withdrawal symptoms.
- There is a lower-cost generic available.
- It can be used in children 6 years of age and older.
- Chlordiazepoxide is a controlled substance, and you can only get a limited supply at a time.
- It can cause more severe side effects in older adults, such as mental changes, shakiness, loss of balance, and severe drowsiness.
- Suddenly stopping treatment with chlordiazepoxide can lead to withdrawal symptoms.
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