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Pinazepam

Drug #965

Pinazepam is a long-acting benzodiazepine, used in the short-term treatment of anxiety disorders and insomnia.

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Primary Characteristics

It is of Synthetic origin and belongs to Benzodiazepine .

It belongs to Chloride Channel Potentiater (GABA operated) pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Benzodiazepine pharmacological group. It is also classified under Sedatives and Hypnotics .

Molecular Weight: 308.8 · Solubility in Water: null · Solubility in Alcohol: null · Non-proprietary name: Pinazepam.

Molecular structure of Pinazepam

Pharmacokinetics

Distribution: Pinazepam has a volume of distribution is . plasma protein binding is .

Elimination: it is metabolised via , plasma half-life is , renal excretion is .

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Indications

Pinazepam is primarily indicated in conditions like Agitation, Anxiety, Depression, Irritability, Psychoneurosis, Tension.

Contraindications

Pinazepam is contraindicated in conditions like Myasthenia gravis, Respiratory depression.

Dosage

Pinazepam's dosage details are as follows:

DoseSingle DoseFrequencyRouteInstructions
Adult Dosage
7.5 mg7.5 mgEvery 12hPO
Paediatric Dosage (20kg)
No data.
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
No data.

Drug Interactions

Unknown1 interaction

Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.

Side Effects

Pinazepam is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Ataxia, Drowsiness, Headache, Mild sedation, Muscle weakness, Vertigo.

Warnings / Precautions

Perform periodic blood counts and liver function tests during long term therapy. Pinazepam should be used with caution in patients if increased salivation cause respiratory difficulty, because it may produce an increase in salivation. Give least amount of drug to patients in whom depression accompanies anxiety and suicidal tendencies may be present. It should be used with caution (if it contain tartrazine) in patients with aspirin hypersensitivity because it may cause allergic reaction (including bronchial asthma).

Available Brands

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Single Ingredient

Caps
5 mg

Storage Conditions

Pinazepam should be stored .

Drug Classification

  1. 1.24.3 — Drugs used in anxiety and sleep disorders

Manufacturers

Manufacturers of Pinazepam in Pakistan:

Europak