Drug interactions
Chlordiazepoxide-clidinium + Loprazolam
Severity: Major
Chlordiazepoxide-clidinium and Loprazolam: major interaction.
Last updated Sources: Base de donnees publique des medicaments (France)
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Summary
Combining two benzodiazepines increases sedation, psychomotor impairment, falls and respiratory depression risk.
What this interaction means in plain words
Chlordiazepoxide-clidinium and Loprazolam can interact in a way that may be serious. Using them together is sometimes necessary, but it needs a deliberate decision by the prescriber, a plan for monitoring, and clear advice on the warning signs to watch for.
Why it happens
Additive GABA-A receptor mediated CNS depression.
What to do
Avoid duplicate benzodiazepine therapy and use one agent at the lowest effective dose. If unavoidable, monitor closely for oversedation.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Does the benefit of taking both outweigh the risk in my case?
- Do I need any blood test, ECG or other check while on both?
- What early warning signs should I watch for, and what should I do if they appear?
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References
Other interactions of Chlordiazepoxide-clidinium
- Alfentanil + Chlordiazepoxide-clidinium Major
- Alprazolam + Chlordiazepoxide-clidinium Major
- Amobarbital + Chlordiazepoxide-clidinium Major
- Belladonna and opium + Chlordiazepoxide-clidinium Major
- Benzhydrocodone / acetaminophen + Chlordiazepoxide-clidinium Major
- Brexanolone + Chlordiazepoxide-clidinium Major
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Chlordiazepoxide-clidinium with Loprazolam?
MediHelp rates the interaction as major. Chlordiazepoxide-clidinium and Loprazolam can interact in a way that may be serious. Using them together is sometimes necessary, but it needs a deliberate decision by the prescriber, a plan for monitoring, and clear advice on the warning signs to watch for. Combining two benzodiazepines increases sedation, psychomotor impairment, falls and respiratory depression risk.
How serious is the interaction between Chlordiazepoxide-clidinium and Loprazolam?
MediHelp rates it major, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Avoid duplicate benzodiazepine therapy and use one agent at the lowest effective dose. If unavoidable, monitor closely for oversedation.
What other medicines interact with Chlordiazepoxide-clidinium?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Chlordiazepoxide-clidinium with, for example, Alfentanil, Alprazolam, Amobarbital. The full list is on the Chlordiazepoxide-clidinium page.
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