The Use And Correct Dosage Of Bromazepam

Today we want to talk about the use and correct dosage of bromazepam. This medicine belongs to a group of medicines called benzodiazepines. This group of drugs reduces neuronal arousal and has anticonvulsant, anxiolytic, hypnotic and muscle relaxant effect.

Taking bromazepam in low doses can help relieve psychological tension, anxiety, and nervousness. At higher doses, as mentioned, it has a strong calming and muscle relaxant effect.

Doctors prescribe this drug to people who show symptoms of anxiety, tension, depression, nervousness, agitation, and who have trouble sleeping. Some patients with anxiety or nervousness may also have problems with their heart rate, breathing, or digestion. Bromazepam can also help relieve these symptoms.

In most cases, patients only need short-term treatment. In general, this should not exceed 8 to 12 weeks, including the time it takes to taper off treatment.

Development of a dependence on bromazepam

In addition to the immediate effects of benzodiazepines, bromazepam may cause a certain dependence on the drug in the medium and long term.

These risks stem from the ability to effect enzyme induction in the liver, which creates tolerance. To achieve the same effect, it is therefore necessary to increase the dose gradually. However, if the administration of this drug is interrupted, the withdrawal syndrome occurs.

How is bromazepam taken?

This drug is available in capsule form to take orally. Depending on the nature of the complaints, the age and weight of the patient, the doctor will prescribe the correct dose of bromazepam.

Precautions When Taking Bromazepam

• Bromazepam cannot be used by people who are allergic to it or to the benzodiazepine group in general. In addition, a person should not use this drug if he or she is dependent on alcohol or drugs.
• During treatment with bromazepam, ingestion of alcoholic beverages should be avoided. The effect of alcohol can enhance the sedation.
• Pregnant women and women who may be pregnant should inform their doctor so that they can assess whether bromazepam is an appropriate choice. This also applies if a woman is breast-feeding.

• In the case of patients over 65 years of age, the doctor will adjust the dose of bromazepam based on the response.
• Finally, the doctor will evaluate the dose and appropriateness of treatment with bromazepam if the patient suffers from liver or kidney disease, breathing difficulties or muscle weakness.

What is the correct dose?

It is important to start with the lowest dose of bromazepam. Most patients need no more than three 1.5 mg capsules per day in two or three divided doses.

Patients should take bromazepam capsules with or before meals. In addition, the capsules should be swallowed whole with a little water, without chewing.

In most cases, treatment should not last longer than 8 to 12 weeks. This period also includes the time it takes to gradually taper off the medication.

To avoid withdrawal symptoms, the patient should not stop taking bromazepam abruptly. This is especially important if the drug has been used for a long time.

What adverse effects can bromazepam cause?

Most patients tolerate this drug well. However, they may experience certain side effects at the start of treatment. These symptoms usually disappear on their own with continued treatment. These include:

• confusion and drowsiness.
• headache, dizziness and decreased alertness.
• ataxia, lack of coordination and double vision.
• nausea, vomiting, muscle weakness and fatigue.

However, taking bromazepam can also cause other side effects:

• disorders of the immune system.
• psychological disorders such as depression.
• irritability.
• aggressiveness.
• attacks of anger.
• nightmares.
• hallucinations.

Heart conditions such as heart failure and heart attacks can also occur. In addition, patients can fall and break something. In this sense, elderly patients and those taking other sedatives at the same time are at greater risk.

The use of benzodiazepines, as we have seen, can develop physical dependence even at therapeutic doses. This is especially common when patients take the drug continuously for a long time.

Conclusion

Bromazepam is a benzodiazepine. This type of medication has proven its effectiveness and safety in the short term, from 8 to 12 weeks, in severe anxiety disorders and intense insomnia.

Although its long-term use is not justified based on research, it is currently still prescribed for longer periods of time.