CAS 58-25-3

Chlordiazepoxide

Description:

Chlordiazepoxide is a benzodiazepine derivative primarily used as an anxiolytic and sedative. It is characterized by its ability to enhance the effects of the neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) at the GABA-A receptor, leading to increased inhibitory neurotransmission in the central nervous system. This mechanism contributes to its calming effects, making it effective in treating anxiety disorders and alcohol withdrawal symptoms. Chlordiazepoxide is typically administered orally and has a relatively long half-life, which can result in prolonged sedation. The substance is known for its potential for dependence and withdrawal symptoms, necessitating careful management and monitoring during use. Common side effects may include drowsiness, dizziness, and cognitive impairment. Due to its sedative properties, caution is advised when operating machinery or driving. As with other benzodiazepines, it is important to use chlordiazepoxide under medical supervision to mitigate risks associated with misuse and dependence.

Formula:C₁₆H₁₄ClN₃O

InChI:InChI=1/C16H14ClN3O/c1-18-15-10-20(21)16(11-5-3-2-4-6-11)13-9-12(17)7-8-14(13)19-15/h2-9,21H,10H2,1H3/p+1

InChI key:InChIKey=ANTSCNMPPGJYLG-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES:O=N1=C(C=2C(N=C(NC)C1)=CC=C(Cl)C2)C3=CC=CC=C3

Synonyms:

3H-1,4-Benzodiazepine, 7-chloro-2-(methylamino)-5-phenyl-, 4-oxide
7-Chloro-2-(methylamino)-5-phenyl-3H-1,4-benzodiazepine 4-oxide
7-Chloro-N-methyl-5-phenyl-3H-1,4-benzodiazepin-2-amine-4-oxide
7-Chloro-N-methyl-5-phenyl-3H-1,4-benzodiazepin-2-yl-amine 4-oxide
Abboxide
Balance
Balance (pharmaceutical)
CDO
Chlordiazepoxid
Chlordiazepoxide
Chlorodiazepoxide
Chlozepid
Clopoxide
Clordiazepoxido
Control
Decacil
Eden
Elenium
Helogaphen
Ifibrium
Kalmocaps
Librelease
Librinin
Libritabs
Menrium
Mesural
Methaminodiazepoxide
Mildmen
Multum
Napoton
Psicosan
Radepur
Risolid
Silibrin
Tropium
Viopsicol
Apo-Chlorax
Chlordiazepoxide Base {D.D.}
Lipoxide
3H-1,4-Benzodiazepin-2-amine, 7-chloro-N-methyl-5-phenyl-, 4-oxide
Chloroazepoxide
Methylaminodiazepoxide
(2Z)-7-chloro-2-(methylimino)-5-phenyl-2,3-dihydro-4H-1,4-benzodiazepin-4-ol
Librax
SK-Lygen
Limbitrol
Librium
7-chloro-4-hydroxy-2-(methylamino)-5-phenyl-3H-1,4-benzodiazepin-4-ium
7-chlor-2-methylamino-5-phenyl-3h-1,4-benzodiazepin-4-oxid
4-benzodiazepin-2-amine,7-chloro-n-methyl-5-phenyl-3h-4-oxide
7-Chloro-N-methyl-5-phenyl-3H-1,4-benzodi-azepin-2-amine4-oxide
4-benzodiazepine,7-chloro-2-(methylamino)-5-phenyl-3h-4-oxide
7-Chloro-2-methylamino-5-phenyl-3H-1,4-benzodiazepin-4-oxide
3H-1,4-Benzodiazepine, 2-methylamino-7-chloro-5-phenyl-4-oxide
10-chloro-3-hydroxy-n-methyl-2-phenyl-3,6-diazabicyclo[5.4.0]undeca-1,6,8,10-tetraen-5-imine
7-cloro-2-metilamino-5-fenil-3h-1,4-benzodiazepina4-ossido
7-chloro-n-methyl-5-phenyl-3h-1,4-benzodiazepin-2-amine4-oxide
7-Cloro-2-metilamino-5-fenil-3H-1,4-benzodiazepina 4-ossido
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