Tetrazepam
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Tetrazepam is a benzodiazepine derivative with anxiolytic and muscle relaxant properties.
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| Tetrazepam
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| Systematic (IUPAC) name | |
| 7-Chloro-5-cyclohex-1-en-1-yl-1-methyl-1,3-dihydro-2H-1,4-benzodiazepin-2-one | |
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| CAS number | |
| ATC code | M03 |
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| Chemical data | |
| Formula | C16H17ClN2O |
| Mol. mass | 288.772 |
| Pharmacokinetic data | |
| Bioavailability | ? |
| Metabolism | ? |
| Half life | 15 hours |
| Excretion | ? |
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| Routes | Oral |
Tetrazepam dosage
The indicated adult dose for muscle spasm is 50 mg three to four times per day, increased if necessary to a maximum of 800mg per day, in divided doses. Tetrazepam is only available in one strength and formulation, 50mg tablets. This dose is approximately equivalent to 5-7.5mg oral diazepam.
Brand names for Tetrazepam
- Clinoxan
- Epsipam
- Myolastan
- Musaril
- Relaxam
- Spasmorelax