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Clobazam--a new hypnotic?

C M Kesson, J M Gray, D H Lawson

    British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology
    |September 1, 1978
    PubMed
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    Clobazam (a 1,5-benzodiazepine) showed minimal hypnotic properties compared to nitrazepam (a 1,4-benzodiazepine) and placebo in a randomized trial. This suggests clobazam is not suitable as a hypnotic for hospitalized patients.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pharmacology
    • Clinical Medicine
    • Sleep Medicine

    Background:

    • Benzodiazepines are commonly prescribed for anxiety and insomnia.
    • Clobazam, a 1,5-benzodiazepine, has anxiolytic properties.
    • The hypnotic efficacy of clobazam requires further investigation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To compare the hypnotic efficacy of clobazam against nitrazepam and placebo.
    • To evaluate clobazam's suitability as a hypnotic agent.

    Main Methods:

    • A double-blind, randomized controlled trial was conducted.
    • A preference technique was employed for data collection.
    • Sequential analysis was used to interpret the results.

    Main Results:

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    • Nitrazepam demonstrated superior hypnotic effects compared to placebo.
    • Clobazam did not show statistically significant superiority over placebo or nitrazepam.
    • The hypnotic properties of clobazam appear to be minimal.

    Conclusions:

    • Clobazam is not effective as a hypnotic agent.
    • Hospitalized patients should not be treated with clobazam for insomnia.
    • Further research into alternative hypnotic medications may be warranted.