Controlled double-blind trial of camazepam,a new benzodiazepine derivative,versus chlordiazepoxide

Summary 31 in-patients with anxiety entered at random in a double-blind clinical trial of chlordiazepoxide and camazepam, a benzodiazepine derivative. They were assessed by three different rating scales. Statistical evaluation of the results showed similar psychopharmacological activity of both drugs. It is concluded that camazepam is suitable for treatment of mild and severe anxiety states.The study was supported by a grant from the Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche (C. N. R.)