Centrax
Centrax - General Information
Centrax is a benzodiazepine that is used in the treatment of anxiety disorders. It is a schedule IV drug in the U.S.
Pharmacology of Centrax
Centrax is a benzodiazepine derivative drug. It possesses anxiolytic, anticonvulsant, sedative and skeletal muscle relaxant properties. Benzodiazepines may be habit-forming (causing mental or physical dependence), especially when taken for a long time or in high doses.
Additional information about Centrax
Centrax Indication: For the treatment of anxiety disorders.
Mechanism Of Action: Centrax is believed to stimulate GABA receptors in the ascending reticular activating system. Since GABA is inhibitory, receptor stimulation increases inhibition and blocks both cortical and limbic arousal following stimulation of the brain stem reticular formation.
Drug Interactions: Not Available
Food Interactions: Avoid alcohol.
Avoid excessive quantities of coffee or tea (Caffeine).
Avoid taking with grapefruit juice.
Take with food.
Generic Name: Prazepam
Synonyms: Prazepamum [inn-latin]
Drug Category: Anti-anxiety Agents; GABA Modulators; Hypnotics and Sedatives
Drug Type: Small Molecule; Illicit; Approved
Other Brand Names containing Prazepam: Centrax; Demetrin; Lysanxia; Prazeene; Prazene; Sedapran; Settima; Trepidan; Verstran;
Absorption: Not Available
Toxicity (Overdose): Symptoms of overdose include somnolence, confusion, coma, and diminished reflexes. Respiration, pulse and blood pressure should be monitored.
Protein Binding: Not Available
Biotransformation: Hepatic.
Half Life: 36-200 hours
Dosage Forms of Centrax: Tablet Oral
Chemical IUPAC Name: 7-chloro-1-(cyclopropylmethyl)-5-phenyl-3H-1,4-benzodiazepin-2-one
Chemical Formula: C19H17ClN2O
Prazepam on Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prazepam
Organisms Affected: Humans and other mammals