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Health Topics/Pharmacology/Anti-anxiety

What is oxazepam?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Pharmacy
Oxazepam (Serax) is a medication to treat anxiety disorders and to ease the symptoms of alcohol withdrawal. It is in a category of drugs known as benzodiazepines. Oxazepam comes as capsules or tablets that you take by mouth.

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