Serax

Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, Syndrome

Treatment

5 FDA approvals

20 Active Studies for Serax

Treatment for

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

What is Serax

OxazepamThe Generic name of this drug

Treatment SummaryOxazepam is a type of medication used to help with alcohol withdrawal and anxiety disorders. It is known to be more consistent in the body than other benzodiazepines, which means it is less likely to react differently in patients of different ages or with liver issues. Oxazepam is a metabolite of diazepam and temazepam, meaning it doesn't change much in the body after it is absorbed, making it unlikely to interact with other medications.

Oxazepamis the brand name

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Serax Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Oxazepam

1987

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Oxazepam, also called Oxazepam, is approved by the FDA for 5 uses including Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome and Anxiety Disorders .

Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome

Anxiety Disorders

Helps manage Anxiety Disorders

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

Syndrome

Anxiety Disorders

Helps manage Anxiety Disorders

Effectiveness

How Serax Affects PatientsOxazepam is a type of benzodiazepine that helps to reduce anxiety and cause sedation. It works by boosting the effects of a natural chemical in the brain (GABA) that helps to calm nervous activity. Oxazepam is not as strong as other benzodiazepines and its effects are shorter-lasting. Care should be taken when giving it to people who may have issues with low blood pressure, as it can lead to hypotension in rare cases.

How Serax works in the bodyOxazepam works by enhancing the effects of GABA, a natural chemical in the brain that helps reduce nerve activity. Oxazepam binds to specific sites on the GABA receptors, called benzodiazepine binding sites. This enhances the inhibitory effects of GABA, which helps to reduce epileptic nerve firing and treat epilepsy.

When to interrupt dosage

The proposed dosage of Serax is dependent upon the diagnosed state, including Anxiety Disorders, Syndrome and Generalized Anxiety Disorder. The quantity of dosage varies, based on the technique of delivery (e.g. Tablet - Oral or Capsule, gelatin coated) found in the table underneath.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Syndrome

, 15.0 mg, 30.0 mg, 10.0 mg

, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, gelatin coated, Capsule, gelatin coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

, 15.0 mg, 30.0 mg, 10.0 mg

, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, gelatin coated, Capsule, gelatin coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral

Anxiety Disorders

, 15.0 mg, 30.0 mg, 10.0 mg

, Oral, Capsule, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, gelatin coated, Capsule, gelatin coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral

Warnings

Serax has four contraindications, so it should not be utilized concurrently with the conditions shown in the following table.Serax Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Open-angle glaucoma

Do Not Combine

Myasthenia Gravis

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions

Do Not Combine

Oxazepam may interact with Pulse Frequency

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Serax.

Common Serax Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Azelastine

Major

Oxazepam may increase the central nervous system depressant (CNS depressant) activities of Azelastine.

Deutetrabenazine

Major

The risk or severity of sedation and somnolence can be increased when Oxazepam is combined with Deutetrabenazine.

Ethanol

Major

Oxazepam may increase the central nervous system depressant (CNS depressant) activities of Ethanol.

Methadone

Major

Oxazepam may increase the central nervous system depressant (CNS depressant) activities of Methadone.

Oliceridine

Major

The risk or severity of hypotension, sedation, death, somnolence, and respiratory depression can be increased when Oxazepam is combined with Oliceridine.

Serax Toxicity & Overdose RiskThe lowest toxic dose of oxazepam in rats and mice is greater than 8000mg/kg and 1540mg/kg, respectively. Symptoms of overdosing on oxazepam can range from mild to severe, and can even be fatal. Treatment includes pumping the stomach and providing supportive care. In some cases, the drug flumazenil may be used to help with treatment, but it may increase the risk of seizures for people who take benzodiazepines or antidepressants long-term.

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Serax Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Serax?

Presently, 396 active clinical trials are being conducted to examine the potential of Serax to ameliorate Anxiety Disorders, Syndrome and Generalized Anxiety Disorder.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

206 Actively Recruiting

Phase 3, Not Applicable, Phase 2, Early Phase 1, Phase 4, Phase 1

Syndrome

4 Actively Recruiting

Phase 2, Phase 3, Not Applicable

Anxiety Disorders

54 Actively Recruiting

Phase 2, Not Applicable, Phase 4, Phase 3, Early Phase 1

Serax Reviews: What are patients saying about Serax?

5Patient Review

11/8/2010

Serax for Anxious

Serax has been a dependable medication for me over the last 40 years. I've taken it in high doses when necessary and it's always worked as intended. If there are any long-term effects from taking this drug, I'd like to know about them.

5Patient Review

11/2/2010

Serax for Anxious

I've only been taking this for a few days following a TIA, but it seems to be helping me cut down on my drinking. So far, so good.

5Patient Review

2/17/2011

Serax for Anxious

This medication has been a game changer for me, easing my anxiety and improving my quality of life.

5Patient Review

8/29/2012

Serax for Anxious

I've been taking this medication for years to relieve anxiety and sometimes help me sleep better. I use it very sparingly, maybe only 50 tablets per year. It really does help when I have problems though. And unlike other solutions (like alcohol abuse), it's not habit-forming in the least bit.

5Patient Review

7/25/2011

Serax for Anxious

This medication has been a life-saver for me. I suffer from chronic anxiety and related symptoms, but taking just 15mg of Serax per day helps immensely.

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Patient Q&A Section about serax

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Is serax and oxazepam the same thing?

"Oxazepam is a medication that has been around since 1965 and is available almost exclusively as a generic drug. The generic versions of the medication should work as well as prescription versions."

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Is serax a sleeping pill?

"Serax is a benzodiazepine used to treat anxiety disorders and alcohol withdrawal symptoms. It may also be used for sleep (insomnia)."

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What is the difference between serax and Xanax?

"Serax (oxazepam) is used to treat seizures that occur during alcohol withdrawal, and is also effective for short-term relief of anxiety symptoms. Xanax (alprazolam) is used to manage anxiety that is associated with depression, and works very quickly - usually within hours."

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What is the drug serax used for?

"This medication is used to treat anxiety and acute alcohol withdrawal. It belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines which act on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming and anti-seizure effect."

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