Halazepam Oral

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Generic Name: BENZODIAZEPINES - ORAL

Halazepam Oral Side Effects

This medication causes drowsiness and dizziness. Avoid tasks requiring alertness.

Other side effects may include:

stomach upset
blurred vision
headache
confusion
depression
impaired coordination
change in heart rate
trembling
weakness
memory loss
hangover effect (grogginess)
dreaming or nightmares

Notify your doctor if you develop:

chest pain
change in heart rate
vision changes
yellowing of the eyes or skin

In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek medical attention immediately. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include:

rash
itching
swelling
dizziness
trouble breathing

If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Halazepam Oral Precautions

Before taking this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other benzodiazepines (e.g., diazepam, lorazepam); or if you have any other allergies.

Before using this drug, tell your doctor your medical history, especially of:

liver or kidney disease

Alcohol or other sedative-type drugs can lead to extreme drowsiness. Limit alcohol consumption.

Elderly persons are usually more sensitive to the effects of this medication. Use cautiously.

This medication is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Since this medication may appear in breast milk, consult with your doctor before breast-feeding.

Halazepam Oral Drug Interactions

Your healthcare professionals (e.g., doctor or pharmacist) may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for it. Do not start, stop or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with them first.

Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of:

sodium oxybate
cimetidine
digoxin
disulfiram
levodopa
seizure medication
sleeping pills
narcotic pain medication (e.g., codeine)
medication for depression
barbiturates
tranquilizers
sedatives
certain drowsiness-causing antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine)
drugs used to treat allergies or colds
alcohol use

Do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice unless your doctor instructs you otherwise.

Smoking can decrease the effectiveness of this drug.

Halazepam Oral Medical Alert

Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).