Betapam 5 mg Tablet
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 19 February 2026
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of anxiety, muscle relaxation, and pre-operative medication.
Dosage (summary)
Initial: 5-10 mg; Usual: 5-20 mg daily; Max single: 10 mg.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Hepatic impairment
- Renal impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Not recommended in pregnancy; may cause floppy-infant syndrome. Avoid in breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- Alcohol
- CNS depressants
- Anticonvulsants
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to benzodiazepines
- Severe respiratory insufficiency
- Severe hepatic insufficiency
- Sleep apnoea syndrome
- Myasthenia gravis
Common side effects
- Drowsiness
- Confusion
- Fatigue
- Ataxia
Counselling Points
- Avoid alcohol and CNS depressants
- Do not operate heavy machinery
- Treatment duration should be limited
Serious warnings
- Risk of dependence and withdrawal symptoms
- Caution in patients with a history of substance abuse
- May cause anterograde amnesia
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