What are the severe side effects of chloradiazepoxide and can they be reversed?

Question

My husband was told yesterday that he is suffering from severe side effects of chloradiazepoxide.  This large hospital said they are aware of the side effects but that have never had a case of this before and do not know how to begin treatment until they have a wider knowledge.  Please can you help me...he is failing fast.

Answer 1

First I'm very sorry to hear about your husband. By the sound of it  he may be experiencing a severe allergic reaction. Reactions to specific drugs can vary significantly from patient to patient and also based on other drugs that are being taken.

In a less severe case I would say that you would need to provide more information like age, other medications he is taking,  and specific medical conditions but in a severe case you should try to seek a second opinion from another doctor who can actually examine him if you feel that he is not getting the best treatment.

Answer 2

What is the dosage?
 Have they lowered it or discontinued treatment?

Which of these is he experiencing?

Common  side effects of Chlordiazepoxide can include:

lightheadedness, confusion, dizziness,  daytime drowsiness; headaches, lack of coordination; unsteadiness; unusual weakness.

Severe side effects of Chlordiazepoxide can include:
Severe allergic reactions including: (rash, hives, difficulty breathing, tightness in the chest, swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); yellowing of the skin or eyes.

This is not a complete list of all side effects.