Tranxene side effects: What do we really need to
know?
What
are some of the Tranxene side effects which may occur?
While Tranxene side effects
cannot really be anticipated, if any occur or change in intensity you should
notify your physician immediately. Only your doctor can determine if you should
continue taking this anxiety medication in spite of the Tranxene side effects.
Most common Tranxene side
effects include:
Drowsiness
Less common or somewhat rare
Tranxene side effects may include:
Blurred vision, depression,
difficulty sleeping, difficulty falling asleep, dizziness, dry mouth, double
vision, fatigue, genital and urinary tract disorders, headache, irritability,
lack of muscle coordination, mental confusion, nervousness, tremors, skin
rashes, slurred speech, stomach and intestinal problems, tremor
Tranxene side effects due to
withdrawal or rapid decrease from this anxiety medication may include:
Abdominal cramps, convulsions, diarrhea, difficulty
sleeping, difficulty falling asleep, hallucinations, impaired memory,
irritability, muscle aches, nervousness, tremors,
and vomiting
In addition to the Tranxene
side effects you must also consider the following potential food and drug
interactions when taking this anti-anxiety medication:
Tranxene has been known to
slow down the central nervous system and intensify the effects of alcohol. You
should always consult your doctor before drinking alcohol while taking
Tranxene.
If Tranxene is taken with
some other specific medications, the effects of either can be decreased,
increased or otherwise altered. You should always check with your doctor prior
to taking Tranxene with the following medications:
-
Antidepressant drugs known
as MAO inhibitors including Nardil and Parnate, and other antidepressants such
as Elavil and Prozac
-
Barbiturates such as
Seconal and Nembutal
-
Narcotic pain relievers
such as Percodan and Demerol
-
Major tranquilizers such
as Thorazine and Mellaril
While Tranxene side effects may intensify or occur while combined with the above
medications, your doctor may have some concerns about other medications as
well. Always be safe rather than sorry when you experience any of the
previously mentioned Tranxene side effects.
Information adapted from The
PDR Family Guide Guide to Prescription Drugs
Additional
Information and webpage by
Paul Susic
MA
Licensed Psychologist Ph.D. Candidate
(Health and Geriatric Psychologist)
