How long can you take oxazepam for?

Oxazepam is prescribed for the short term (maximum of 2-4 weeks) treatment of anxiety, which is disabling or distressing and may be associated with sleeplessness or other illnesses. This medicine should be used for as short a time as possible and should not be used for more than four weeks.

What does oxazepam make you feel like?

Oxazepam works by affecting the way certain substances in your brain (called neurotransmitters) pass messages to your brain cells. It has a calming effect on your brain. The calming effect is helpful in people who have symptoms caused by anxiety, such as difficulties sleeping.

How much oxazepam should I take for sleep?

It was found that 25 mg oxazepam induced sleep faster than placebo, and that the subjects awoke less often during the treatment period. The total amount of REM-sleep was not affected. However, REM-sleep was shortened during the first part of the night and extended during the latter part of the night.

Can I take oxazepam long term?

The continued use of benzodiazepines, including oxazepam, may lead to clinically significant physical dependence. The risks of dependence and withdrawal increase with longer treatment duration and higher daily dose.

Is it safe to take oxazepam?

Oxazepam has a risk for abuse and addiction, which can lead to overdose and death. Taking this medication with alcohol or other drugs that can cause drowsiness or breathing problems (especially opioid medications such as codeine, hydrocodone) may cause very serious side effects, including death.

Can oxazepam cause death?

An overdose of oxazepam can be fatal if you take it with alcohol, opioid medicine, or other drugs that cause drowsiness or slow your breathing. Overdose symptoms may include drowsiness, confusion, muscle weakness, or loss of consciousness.

Can oxazepam cause depression?

Depression, or history of or. Hypotension (low blood pressure) or. Lung or breathing problems (eg, respiratory depression) or. Mental health problems, or history of—Use with caution.

How long does it take for oxazepam to kick in?

Oxazepam has a slower onset of action (30-60 minutes) than some other benzodiazepines (such as diazepam). Peak effects are reached in two to three hours and the effects usually wear off within six to eight hours which means oxazepam typically needs to be taken three to four times a day when used for anxiety.