Librium is a trade name for chlorodiazepoxide, which is a benzodiazepine derivative. Librium works by depressing the central nervous system and is often prescribed as an anti-convulsant.  Librium is classified as a schedule IV narcotic by the DEA.  This means that it has a low potential for dependence and is available with a prescription.

Chlorodiazepoxide was initially called methaminodiazepoxide and was the first benzodiazepine discovered – being synthesized in the mid 1950s.  It was discovered by accident when, in 1957, tests revealed that the compound had hypnotic, anxiolytic and muscle relaxant effects.  Three years later Librium was marketed as an anti-anxiety medication.  Later, diazepam (also known as Valium) hit the market and became a huge financial success.

Librium Side Effects

Librium can cause severe side effects such as: allergy, jaundice, unconsciousness, abdominal pain, persistent nausea, fluid retention, vomiting, fatigue, dark urine, fever, sore throat, rash or dependence.

Other side effects include: confusion, mood changes, constipation, drowsiness, increased or decreased sex drive, lack of coordination, slurred speech, tremor, trouble urinating, clumsiness, uncontrollable movement, muscle twitches, insomnia, blurred vision or headache.

Signs of Overdose

Symptoms of Librium overdose include: slow or reduced reflexes; slowed or stopped breathing; lethargy or loss of consciousness.

Short and Long Term Effects

Chronic use of Librium leads to development of tolerance to the drug, meaning one will have to increase dosages to obtain the same effect.  High dosage and chronic use of Librium can lead to dependence and addiction. 

When one attempts to cease use of Librium, withdrawal symptoms are possible.  These include: anxiety, apprehension, vomiting, diarrhea, terror, insomnia, convulsions, a condition resembling delirium tremens, depression or toxic psychosis*.

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*Toxic Psychosis:  Psychosis resulting from poisons from within or outside of the body.