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Choosing equivalent doses of oral benzodiazepines
25 January 2022Approximate equivalent doses of oral benzodiazepines to diazepam. Doses are not exact because of differences between the medicines.
Medicine Compliance Aid Stability
XanaxUpJohn UK Ltd
UpJohn UK Ltd
Xanax
Tablets 250 micrograms, 500 micrograms
A3 · Amber 3No stability data is available. There are theoretical concerns with use in CAs, which may be mitigated by risk minimisation.
Airtight container
Protect from light
Protect from light. Store in an airtight container
25 October 2022
Lactation Safety Information
Lorazepam, Oxazepam
Shorter-acting agent
Very limited published evidence of safety which indicates small amounts in breast milk
Adverse effects reported include infant withdrawal following maternal discontinuation, and sedation
Monitor the infant closely for drowsiness, poor feeding and adequate weight gain
18 September 2020