Clorazepate
Aliases: tranxene, novo-clopate, tranzene
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Summary
Is a prodrug for Desmethyldiazepam which is responsible for most of the therapeutic effects. Has a long half life, with the addition of Desmethyldiazepam as the main metabolite, which makes it much longer.
Dose Information
Onset, Duration & After-effects
- Onset:
- 20-80 minutes
- Duration:
- 8-12 hours
- After-effects:
- 1-8 hours
Effects
- Anxiolytic
- Sedative
- Muscle Relaxant
- Amnesia
- Dystaxia
- Hypnotic
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Known Combinations
Studies & References
- Bentazepam versus Clorazepate in the treatment of anxiety disorders. http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0011393X05804357