{"id":20077,"date":"2022-03-24T11:43:43","date_gmt":"2022-03-24T11:43:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=20077"},"modified":"2022-11-24T10:39:24","modified_gmt":"2022-11-24T10:39:24","slug":"oxascand","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/oxascand\/","title":{"rendered":"Oxascand &#8211; Oxazepam Uses, Dose, And Side Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Oxascand 5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg and 25 mg\u00a0Oxazepam\u00a0Tablets<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Oxascand Is And What It Is Used For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Oxascand contains the active substance&nbsp;oxazepam&nbsp;and belongs to a group of medicines called&nbsp;benzodiazepines.&nbsp;These work by enhancing the effect of a suppressant (&nbsp;GABA&nbsp;) in the brain.&nbsp;As a result, Oxascand has a <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Calming<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/diseases\/social-anxiety\/\">Anxiety<\/a>-suppressing<\/li><li>Muscle-relaxing effect<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Oxascand is used for anxiety, restlessness, and difficulty sleeping for nervous disorders.&nbsp;Oxascand can be used in combination with antidepressants for <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/depression\/\">depression<\/a> with elements of anxiety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oxascand can also be used to treat withdrawal symptoms from alcohol abuse, such as <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Confusion<\/li><li>Anxiety<\/li><li>Tension<\/li><li>Excitement<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Oxazepam contained&nbsp;in Oxascand may also be approved for the treatment of other conditions not mentioned in this leaflet.&nbsp;Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare professionals if you have any further questions, and always follow their instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3VlV7S3\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/oxascand.jpg\" alt=\"Oxascand\" class=\"wp-image-35521\" width=\"317\" height=\"148\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You Need To Know Before You Take Oxascand<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Not Take Tablet:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you are allergic to&nbsp;oxazepam&nbsp;or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><li>If you suffer from&nbsp;sleep apnea, ie respiratory arrest during sleep.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings And Cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse before taking Oxascand if you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Is older.&nbsp;In the elderly, confusion may arise after&nbsp;overdosing.<\/li><li>Has impaired liver function.<\/li><li>Has impaired renal function.<\/li><li>Has a disease that causes muscle weakness (&nbsp;myasthenia gravis&nbsp;).<\/li><li>Have difficulty breathing (&nbsp;respiratory insufficiency&nbsp;).<\/li><li>Has a reduced general permit.<\/li><li>Have an addiction (eg drug or alcohol abuse).<\/li><li>Have had difficulty sleeping for a long time.<\/li><li>Take other medicines for mental illness (eg sedatives, medicines for insomnia, medicines for depression or&nbsp;psychosis&nbsp;).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>There is a risk that you will become addicted to this medicine, especially with long-term treatment.&nbsp;Follow your doctor&#8217;s dose recommendations.&nbsp;Talk to a doctor if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sudden discontinuation of treatment may cause withdrawal symptoms, see section 3 \u201cIf you stop taking Oxascand\u201d for further information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children And Young People<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The efficacy and safety of children under 18 years of age have not been established.&nbsp;Oxascand should not be given to children unless your doctor deems it necessary.&nbsp;The treatment time should be as short as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Medicines And Oxascand<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This applies in particular to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Opioid drugs (strong painkillers, opioid treatment drugs, and certain <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/cough-in-children\/\">cough<\/a> medicines).&nbsp;Concomitant use increases the risk of drowsiness, difficulty breathing (&nbsp;respiratory depression&nbsp;),&nbsp;and coma&nbsp;and can be life-threatening.&nbsp;Due to this, concomitant use should only be considered when other treatment options are not possible.&nbsp;If your doctor prescribes Oxascand at the same time as opioid medicines, your&nbsp;dose&nbsp;and treatment time should be limited by your doctor.&nbsp;Tell your doctor if you are taking any opioid medication and carefully follow your doctor&#8217;s dose recommendations.&nbsp;It may be helpful to inform friends or relatives about paying attention to the signs and symptoms described above.&nbsp;Contact a doctor if you experience any of these symptoms.<\/li><li>Other sleeping pills or sedatives<\/li><li>Medicines for&nbsp;psychosis&nbsp;(&nbsp;neuroleptics&nbsp;)<\/li><li>Antiepileptic&nbsp;drugs<\/li><li>Anesthetic<\/li><li>Drugs used in the treatment of opiate dependence (eg Subutex).&nbsp;Combination with&nbsp;benzodiazepines&nbsp;such as Oxascand can cause death due to respiratory arrest.<\/li><li>Birth control pills<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Oxascand With Alcohol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You should avoid drinking alcohol during treatment with this medicine, as Oxascand and alcohol may enhance each other&#8217;s effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, And Fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>Pregnancy<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There is a risk that the fetus may be affected.&nbsp;Therefore, always consult your doctor&nbsp;<em>before<\/em>&nbsp;using Oxascand during pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>Breast-feeding<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Oxazepam&nbsp;passes into breast milk but is unlikely to affect breastfed infants.&nbsp;However, always consult your doctor&nbsp;before&nbsp;using Oxascand during breastfeeding, and be aware of <em>oxazepam side effects<\/em>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving And Using Machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>During treatment with Oxascand, your ability to react may be reduced and you may experience&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;such as<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Dizziness<\/li><li>Drowsiness<\/li><li>Hallucinations<\/li><li>Aggression <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>which may affect your ability to drive or use machines<em>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires sharpened attention.&nbsp;One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or&nbsp;side effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;Descriptions of these effects and&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;can be found in other sections.&nbsp;Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.&nbsp;If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Oxascand Contains Wheat Starch And Lactose<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Oxascand contains wheat starch<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This drug contains only very low levels of <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/celiac-disease-gluten-intolerance\/\">gluten<\/a> (from wheat starch) and it is very unlikely that it will cause problems if you have <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/celiac-disease-gluten-intolerance\/\">gluten intolerance<\/a> (&nbsp;celiac disease&nbsp;).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>One <strong>Oxascand 5 mg<\/strong> tablet contains no more than 2.75 micrograms of gluten.<\/li><li>A <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">oxascand 10 mg<\/span> tablet does not contain more than 4.5 micrograms of gluten.<\/li><li>A 15 mg tablet does not contain more than 6.75 micrograms of gluten.<\/li><li>One <em><strong>oxascand 25 mg<\/strong><\/em> tablet does not contain more than 7.0 micrograms of gluten.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are allergic to wheat (a disease other than gluten intolerance), do not use this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Oxascand contains&nbsp;lactose<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Take Oxascand<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/li><li>Dose&nbsp;one is determined by the doctor, who adjusts it individually for you.<\/li><li>The notch is not intended for splitting the tablet.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Take More Oxascand Than You Should<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ingested too much medicine or if, for example, a child has accidentally ingested the medicine, contact a doctor or hospital for assessment and advice.&nbsp;Bring this leaflet or some tablets with you so that your doctor knows what you have taken.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Forget To Take Oxascand<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you forget to take a&nbsp;dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is time to take the next&nbsp;dose.&nbsp;Do not take a double&nbsp;dose&nbsp;to make up for a forgotten&nbsp;dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Stop Taking Oxascand<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After a long period of treatment, the medication should not be stopped suddenly, but the&nbsp;dose&nbsp;should be reduced gradually.&nbsp;This reduces the risk of withdrawal symptoms.&nbsp;Sudden discontinuation of treatment may result in transient <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Restless sleep<\/li><li>Mental symptoms<\/li><li>Abnormal sensations<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Consult a physician.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions about the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible Oxascand Side Effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause&nbsp;side effects, although not everybody gets them.&nbsp;The side effects&nbsp;are dose-dependent and older patients are more sensitive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Common (may affect up to 1 in 10 people):<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Drowsiness is common, in 10-15% of users, but usually subsides after a few days of treatment.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Uncommon (may affect up to 1 in 100 people):<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Headache<\/li><li>Dizziness<\/li><li>Difficulty coordinating muscle movements, muscle weakness<\/li><li>Memory slots at high&nbsp;doses<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Rare (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people):<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Allergic skin reactions<\/li><li>Breathing difficulties<\/li><li>Depression<\/li><li>Insomnia<\/li><li>Nightmares<\/li><li>Hurried mood<\/li><li>Aggression<\/li><li>Hallucinations<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Store Oxascand<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/li><li>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the label and the carton after EXP.<\/li><li>The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/li><li>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents of the package And Other Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content Declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substance is&nbsp;oxazepam.&nbsp;The tablet contains 5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg, and 25 mg&nbsp;oxazepam respectively.<\/li><li>The other ingredients are&nbsp;<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/lactose-intolerance\/\">Lactose<\/a> monohydrate<\/li><li>Wheat starch<\/li><li>Pregelatinized corn starch<\/li><li>Microcrystalline cellulose<\/li><li>Magnesium stearate<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What The Medicine Looks Like And The Contents Of The Pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><em>5 mg:<\/em>&nbsp;White, round, flat with beveled edge and center notch, diameter 6 mm.<\/li><li><em>Oxascand 10 mg:<\/em>&nbsp;White, round, flat with beveled edge and center notch, diameter 7 mm, marked \u00a8phi beta 542\u00a8.<\/li><li><em>oxascand 15 mg:<\/em>&nbsp;White, round, flat with beveled edge and center notch, diameter 8 mm.<\/li><li><em>25 mg:<\/em>&nbsp;White, round, flat with beveled edge and center notch, diameter 9 mm.<\/li><li>5 mg, 10 mg, and 15 mg tablets:<ul><li>Plastic jar: 25, 100, 250, and 500 tablets (for dose dispensing only)<\/li><li>Blister: 25, 50&#215;1, and 100 tablets<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>25 mg tablets:<ul><li>Plastic jar: 25 and 100 tablets<\/li><li>Blister: 25 and 100 tablets<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Not all pack sizes may be 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