Oxazepam User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

• Judy
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• September 21, 2018

For Anxiety "I am now 65 years old and at the age of 16 I was prescribed valium for anxiety. My doctor continued to increase the dosage and eventually put me on serepax (Oxazepam). I was addicted to both of these medications and it took me at least 10 years to come off these suffering huge withdrawals. When my daughter died in 2006 in a fire I was offered tranquilises which I refused knowing my addiction to them. I was later refused any compensation by the Melbourne Medical Board because I refused any medical help in the form of antidepressants, be very careful don't take any of these drugs because they might seem great at the time but you will pay for it in the long run."

• BAano
• Taken for 10 years or more
• October 2, 2012

For Anxiety "My doctor prescribed oxazepam for me for chronic insomnia back in the 1970s. He said it was less addictive than prescribing a sleeping pill for me. I take one 15mg capsule about an hour before bedtime. Most of the time, that is sufficient but occasionally, if I've still been unable to get to sleep within a couple of hours, my prescription calls for a second 15 mg capsule. That definitely does the job. I wake up the next morning with no hangover effect. This medication has been effective and a lifesaver for me. Now, however, I'm going on Medicare and none of the drug plans includes oxazepam so I'm reluctantly going to ask my doctor to prescribe something similar which is in a plan and hope that it works as well."

• nanth...
• July 3, 2008

Serax (oxazepam) for Anxiety "I have chronic pain problems and a huge stress level so I haven't been sleeping. The doctor gave me a few of these to try and I found Serax definitely helps with sleep. I had my first 6 hour sleep in a row last night. "

• Genes
• May 7, 2017

For Anxiety "I have been on Oxazepam 10mgs for over 15yrs now. It works. Only one problem. My memory is gone. At age 64yrs old. I can now see the difference. My life is not the same anymore. I have no life. I don't recommend long term use of this drug as it habit forming. I have tried many times to come off. Not easy - Most doctors today do not give out this drug.It is not common in the USA as they would rather give you another benzo. My advice is stay away from all Benzos But if I had to have one (and I know this does not make sense) but this one works the best for anxiety, stomach problems and high blood pressure. Better then Valium."

• Sound...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 17, 2014

Serax (oxazepam) for Anxiety "Effective when having a particularly bad day on antidepressants but less effective when not on antidepressants. Find anxiety symptoms aren't overly settled in comparison to Lorazepam unless you take a couple. Plus they take 45 mins minimum to kick in and during an attack, isn't helpful. When not taking antidepressants, got up to 45mg on very bad days but was down to 1-2 tabs a month on antidepressants."

• Anonymous
• January 26, 2012

For Anxiety "I take 30mg of oxazepam occasionally for chronic insomnia. The benefits are that it is effective, not too strong (can still function if needed in the night) and totally gone by morning. However, as it takes a while to kick in, I have to plan ahead when I'll use it and take the pills a good hour before going to bed."

• SeanJ
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• November 28, 2019

For Anxiety "I have severe depression and anxiety and tried every benzo. Oxazapam just works for me, it has a slow onset which allows you to relax. This medication also does wonders for me when I'm at work and feeling stressed! One before work and at lunchtime allows me a clear head and gives me a sense of confidence, like my anxiety is all of a sudden gone in an instant!"

• Chris
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 6, 2019

For Anxiety "I have been taking this medication oxazepam for the last month and a half. My dosage is a half of a 15mg tablet 3 times a day. I find it has had some unwanted side effects, like muscle twitching, confusion, dizziness (feeling like I'm on a boat even when I'm sitting or lying down) jumbled speech, memory loss, and I seem to wake up and can't get back to sleep!. My honest advice would be to use this medication cautiously!!."

• Cather
• January 25, 2018

For Anxiety "I was given this to replace xanax for panic attacks because xanax is so addictive, apparently. Unfortunately for me, who only takes it on an as-needed basis, oxazepam does not have the same ability to quell panic attacks instantly once they have started. Instead, I have to take this in anticipation of an event happening, which I don't really like to do, because I'm never sure. In general, though, it does calm me down if I plan ahead before certain panic-inducing events (like plane trips), but doesn't help for unexpected panic attacks."

• jb10068
• September 4, 2010

Serax (oxazepam) for Alcohol Withdrawal "I was prescribed 15mg Serax to take the edge of my anxiety while trying to stop drinking. I didn't have bad withdrawal (i.e. trembling, convulsions, etc) but I needed something to take the edge off. Serax was great for that. I knew when I took a dose around "happy hour" time that I couldn't drink because of the medication so I simply moved on with my life. It made me sleepy and I slept well and woke up with a great deal of energy. Then I read about the addictive aspect of Serax. My doctor said it was safe to use for 2-3 weeks but I was feeling addicted after five days and stopped. Given the choice of alcohol or Serax addiction I'd vote for Serax. My life was good using it."

• anony...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 4, 2016

For Anxiety "I have have drug related issues for ~15 years. Dope, Speed. My, "Psychiatrist" diagnosed me with the word "schizophrenia", Anti-Phychotics are, VERY DANGEROUS!, they increased my anxiety and stress, MANY MANY, times over. Finally, after 15 years, 3 months, no drugs, I have found Oxazepam. 5mg. I read, you can take up too 120mg!. atm, I think I need about 10mg a day. I am doubting, whether I have "schizophrenia", at all. I am down to 1/2 minimum dose, tablet of, DANGEROUS Latuda. So called "treatment", with Anti-Phychotics, is CRIMINAL."

• Serax
• November 7, 2009

For Anxiety "I have taken this drug over a long period of time to help control my panic attacks caused by my agoraphobia. It worked when I started it and it still works, although I should caution that increasing the dosage without your doctor's approval can cause increased tolerance and the need for more. Also, it can be taken to help one sleep as others have noted. I stay on the recommended dosage each day and now lead a very normal life."

• Asdf
• January 18, 2018

For Anxiety "It's a strange one for me. I am prescribed them for acute anxiety, whenever the bouts come. The thing is, they work. The relief is beautiful and it's nice to regain what feels like a normal perspective of things, to bring an end to the myriad of worried thoughts. But once it starts to wear off, the anxiety slowly returns, but more so, gets worse. On top of that, I can feel so hopeless for days after taking just one pill, which can turn into depression if I'm not careful. It's a pill that gives relief, but the adverse symptoms are not worth it. I maybe take them a couple of times a year at points where I'm otherwise unable to function at all (I don't like medication )"

• Bipol...
• February 4, 2019

For Anxiety "WONDERFUL prevention of panic attacks. However, SERIOUS memory loss!! My adult daughter says I always seem "out of it" or confused. The med is doing what I need it for...preventing panic attacks. Therefore, overall its great, except for memory loss."

• Anonymous
• January 19, 2011

For Anxiety "10 years of being put on literally dozens of medicines for anxiety and panic disorder, the past 6 years this medication has finally helped me the most out of all of them. It's a sigh of relief to just drive and do simple errands with no harsh side effects of other medicines. I agree with the tolerance some of you have mentioned, and the recent insurance changes trying to take away the only medicine that has helped, otherwise this medication overall has helped me immensely."

• laugh...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 28, 2012

For Alcohol Withdrawal "I was prescribed 30 mg Oxazepam daily (as needed) for anxiety and insomnia a couple weeks after I quit drinking alcohol. It worked wonders for me for both of those problems, no "drug hangover" when I take it for sleep - it lets me sleep rather than makes me sleep, and slows my thoughts down enough when I am anxious or paniky so that I can function. I am also certain that this medicine helped me to stick to my decision to become a non-drinker. Have been taking it for over a year, and have not felt the need for increased dosage. Only problem I have with Oxazepam is the cost."

• Anonymous
• March 12, 2017

For Anxiety "Do not take this medication, its highly addictive and coming off it has caused my daughter to have 3 to 4 seizures a day and she's never had one in her life before cutting back. This drug is evil and should not be prescribed so easily. I myself need to taper off and am terrified of the withdrawals after watching my daughter go through hell. Stay away from benzodiazepams because once you start you cant stop....No warnings are given before you start taking them....evil drugs"

• Anonymous
• January 23, 2011

For Anxiety "I have been on this medication for over 3 years. I finally found a medicine that really takes my anxiety away when I have my attacks. It has greatly allowed me to be myself again. Much better then anything else I have ever tried. My Doctor prescribed me this along with 1 mg of clonazepam and I sleep very well considering my previous condition."

• OCD-p...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 9, 2018

For Anxiety "I was put on this medication a couple of weeks ago. I take medicine for my OCD and I also take Remeron to sleep. Lately I haven't been able to control my anxiety/intrusive thoughts and was put on Oxazapem 15 mg one hour before bedtime. It is great - it makes me really sleepy and gives me the munchies - I literally eat everything I can think of 5 minutes before collapsing in my bed. I can see why people would want to abuse this drug. My only problem is that my concentration levels have gotten really bad after taking Oxazapem. I am working daily and not many people know what I am struggling with (OCD and intrusive thoughts), so it is hard to maintain the "normal looking me" at work. Hopefully people will just think I am a bit tired or stressed out and it will pass soon."

• sirius
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• August 5, 2018

For Insomnia "Poor english, sorry : It's a good medicine for sleeping but not the best one. Temazepam is better. Oxazepam will slow down the thinking when you try to fall asleep. Oxazepam is helpful for those who have developed a tolerance to benzos. It's less addictive than Ativan ( lorazepam). I take 20 mg every evening at 10 pm. When it will stop working it will be the end of the benzos ."

• US Ve...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• February 7, 2017

For Insomnia "I was very pleased with Sandoz brand that I was receiving from the VA.. Now the V.A. switched to some company that puts out the red capsules and they are terrible. About 60% of the red capsules are under filled, some have very little at all in them. I called my Congressman and the DEA about this problem and I haven't heard back from them yet. Yet, Sandoz's capsule have had the correct amount in them. I guess the lowest bidder decided to make up the difference by with-holding large amount of the medicine to get back what they under bid the other Pharma companies. To the V.A. you are a sell-out to the USA Veterans and most likely the public also"

• anon
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 25, 2019

For Alcohol Withdrawal "I wrote a comment and forgot to rate 10/10. I don't think anyone else here has commented on its use (under medical guidance) for ACUTE opiate withdrawal from long term opiate replacement therapy drugs such as methadone/suboxone I'd already gotten my life back together due to the opiate replacement (methadone) but I just outgrew the methadone, as it was holding me back from further life successes. This drug made the last week of my titration (dropped 50mg in 5 weeks, of methadone) bearable. If you know methadone, you know dropping 50mg in 5 weeks is basically hell, but I was happy throughout 'cause I'd addressed the underlying issues of my addiction, thus I was ready. I used Serax for one week, on a specific taper, to alleviate the worst symptoms and debilitating anxiety rapid opiate withdrawal causes. It worked. Listen to your doctors and don't play with your dosing. I mean, misusing prescribed Oxy is how I'd got my heroin habit in the first place."

• Telio...
• January 19, 2021

For Anxiety "Diagnosed with a rare chronic disease, which simply worsened my anxiety symptoms as the thought that I can die at any moment (though statistics say otherwise) has taken over my mind and I cannot function at times during the day. I was prescribed sertraline and oxazepam for as long as it took for the main drug to kick-in. Been on this combo for just over a month. Supposedly the sertraline would work for the anxiety, so far I have not seen any meaningful improvement from it, so I still rely to the oxazepam, usually 10mg in the morning, adding another 10mg in the afternoon, if needed. Takes 30-45 mins to kick in and gives you an average of 6-7hrs of clear mind, ability to concentrate and a normal attitude (i.e. anxiety not detectable). Fully aware of the fact that I have to get off it at some point but the sertraline has done nothing for me in the last 5 weeks, so far oxazepam is the only thing keeping me standing with some dignity. No side-effects really."

• Teri
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 16, 2020

For Anxiety "Hi, I use Oxazepam only to help me falling asleep and it does work for me. I tend to take half of a 10mg tablet ( I only took few times in my life the whole 10mg tablet as it has too strong effects on me) in the night or early morning after I wake up. So I try to train myself to fall asleep on my own initially in the evening without the drug. But I have big problems to fall asleep again (Meaning if I wake up between 2-6am). When I take it after waking up, just 5mg, I tend to fall asleep within an hour again. I used to take it only twice a week or so, but am doing and experiment in taking it daily (during the night) for about a week now. I feel good, as waking up rested, though a bit drowsy. I think that any drug works for me in small quantities. Even the 10mg would be too much. And I can't believe that there can be even stronger dosages than 10mg. I would be so drowsy if I took that. I need to catch up on sleep before I want to withdraw from taking it."

• Macki...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• October 14, 2023

For Anxiety "Oxazepam was the first on-label medication I was prescribed for anxiety attacks and GAD many years ago now. It worked well for me with a very smooth onset of action. I felt relief from intense anxiety during peak hours (not sedated or sleepy) and it wore off seemingly slowly (and again, smoothly). I experienced no remarkable negative side effects while on Oxazepam. I think it is a very good potential medication of its kind to try for severe forms of anxiety/anxiety attacks and is unfortunately rarely mentioned much anymore it seems."