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Prazene: Full Drug Profile

Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026

Prazene - General Information

Prazene is a benzodiazepine that is used in the treatment of anxiety disorders. It is a schedule IV drug in the U.S.

 

Pharmacology of Prazene

Prazene 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 Prazene

Prazene Indication: For the treatment of anxiety disorders. Mechanism Of Action: Prazene 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 Prazene: 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