Addiction
to Librium and Detoxification
Librium, a white crystalline substance,
soluble in water, was apparently the first anti anxiety
agent (benzodiazepines) used primarily for relief of anxiety.
At present, it is also used for treating symptoms of acute
alcohol withdrawals and anxiety before surgery.
Available as capsules for oral administration, containing
5 mg, 10 mg or 25 mg of chlordiazepoxide hydrochloride,
it is usually taken four times a day or as per the instructions
on the prescription label. As a fact, it is always advisable
to take this drug under strict consultation of the doctor.
Furthermore, patients under medication of Librium
should not take chlordiazepoxide for anxiety for more than
four months without consulting the doctor or abruptly stop
taking it, as this can cause increased anxiety and withdrawal
symptoms.
People using Librium often experience drowsiness, decreasing
alertness and coordination, and therefore advised not to
drive or operate dangerous machinery when under the effect
of Librium. Alcoholic beverages are completely forbidden
while taking chlordiazepoxide since they add to the drowsiness
and dizziness resulting in low blood pressure and decreased
breathing rate to the point of unconsciousness. Furthermore,
as chlordiazepoxide can be habit-forming, people using it
are warned not to indulge in taking it regularly or for
a longer time than as directed.
Moreover, pregnant women or breast-feeding women should
inform their doctors before taking this drug otherwise it
may result to be fatal. Otherwise also people under other
medications, including cimetidine, digoxin, disulfiram (Antabuse),
levodopa, seizure medication, sleeping pills, prescription
pain medication, medication for depression, barbiturates,
tranquilizers, sedatives, antihistamines, and medication
for allergies and colds and those having liver or kidney
disease should let their doctor know about this immediately.
Smoking is prohibited while taking chlordiazepoxide as it
can decrease its effectiveness.
Overtime intake of Librium can result in addiction leading
to serious withdrawal symptoms in conjunction with hazardous
side effects such as drowsiness, muscle in coordination,
fatigue, weakness, dizziness, confusion, faintness, talkativeness,
restlessness, excitement, trembling, muscle spasms, sleeping
problems and nightmares. People experiencing any of these
effects, should stop taking the drug and contact their doctors
immediately as professional help from a detox center may
aid the user from recovering completely.
Cognitive Therapy
Nonpharmacologic modalities are the initial treatment for
patients with mild anxiety. Relaxation techniques and biofeedback
are used to decrease arousal while Cognitive therapy helps
patients to limit cognitive distortions by viewing their
worries more realistically, enabling them to make better
plans to manage their anxiety. In cognitive therapy, patients
may be taught to record their worries, listing evidence
that justifies or contradicts the extent of their concerns.
Patients learn that "worrying can cause anxiety and
that avoidance and procrastination are not effective ways
to solve problems.
Behavioral Therapy
Pharmacological therapy alone seldom achieves long-term
success, thus effective treatment of drug addiction requires
ample attention to all of an individual’s medical
and psychosocial actions. Medical treatment should be combined
with simultaneous behavioral therapies and provision for
social services.
For
More Information on Librium Addiction and Detox
and A Free Professional Consultation Call
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