About Etizep 0.5 Tablet
ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET belongs to a class of ‘anxiolytic’ (anxiety reducer) called benzodiazepine primarily used in the treatment of anxiety disorder, panic disorder and insomnia (difficulty in falling or staying asleep). Anxiety is a mental health disorder associated with fear, worry and excessive nervousness. Insomnia is a disorder of sleep that causes difficulty in falling asleep or staying asleep. Panic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder that causes sudden feelings of fear even when there is no real danger with symptoms like a fast heartbeat.
ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET reduces anxiety/panic, induces sleep and relaxes muscles due to fits episodes. It works by increasing the activity of GABA (a chemical messenger in the brain that acts as a natural nerve-calming agent) and is involved in inducing sleep. Thereby, ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET relaxes muscles, reduces anxiety and helps to fall asleep.
Take ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET with or without food and swallow whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it. Your doctor will advise you how often you take ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET based on your medical condition. Most common side effects of ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET include drowsiness, ataxia (neurological conditions which affect balance and coordination), dysarthria (difficulty speaking), nystagmus (involuntary eye movement) and blepharospasm (involuntary closure of eyelids). Most of these side effects of ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are known to be allergic to ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET. ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients as there is an increased risk of adverse reactions such as dizziness, muscle weakness and drowsiness. Inform your doctor if you have muscle weakness, chronic pulmonary insufficiency, drug addiction, kidney or liver problems before taking ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET. Do not take ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET with opioids as it may cause breathing problems or other severe adverse effects.
Respiratory depressant effects of ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET are life-threatening in patients with severe chronic obstructive airways disease (COPD) and asthma. Overdose may lead to rhabdomyolysis (the breakdown of muscle tissue) and hypothermia (a dangerous drop in body temperature). Co-ingestion of alcohol and ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET may potentiate the toxic effect of the drug.
Uses of Etizep 0.5 Tablet
Anxiety disorder, Panic disorder, Insomnia (sleep disorder)
Medicinal Benefits
ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET is an anxiolytic drug (reduces anxiety) that is used to treat anxiety, panic disorder over a short period and insomnia (difficulty in falling or staying asleep). ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET increases the activity of GABA (a chemical messenger in the brain that acts as a natural nerve-calming agent) and is involved in inducing sleep. Thereby, ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET relaxes muscles, reduces anxiety and helps to fall asleep.
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Directions for Use
Use ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET exactly as prescribed by a doctor. Take ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET with or without food and swallow whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it. The maximum daily dose should be exceeded more than 3 mg else; it may lead to toxicity and life-threatening conditions.
Storage
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side Effects of Etizep 0.5 Tablet
Like all medicines, ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET can cause some side effects such as drowsiness, ataxia (neurological conditions which affect balance and coordination), dysarthria (difficulty speaking), nystagmus (involuntary eye movement) and blepharospasm (involuntary closure of eyelids). Most of these side effects of ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not take ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET if you are pregnant or breastfeeding as it may cause adverse effects in the baby. ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients as there is an increased risk of adverse reactions such as dizziness, muscle weakness and drowsiness. Inform your doctor if you have myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), chronic pulmonary insufficiency, drug addiction, kidney or liver problems before taking ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET. Do not take ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET with opioids as it may cause breathing problems, drowsiness, coma and even death.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET may have interaction with high blood pressure-lowering medicines (clonidine, moxonidine, lofexidine, hydralazine, minoxidil, nitroprusside), fits related drugs (phenytoin, clonazepam, carbamazepine), antidepressants (paroxetine, fluvoxamine, trazodone), opioid pain killers (bupropion, morphine, codeine), drugs used to treat heartburn (cisapride), sedative-hypnotics (zolpidem), drugs used to treat low blood sugar (diazoxide), antifungals (fluconazole), drugs for stomach ulcers (cimetidine, esomeprazole, omeprazole), antipsychotics (clozapine), drugs to treat chronic alcoholism (disulfiram).
Drug-Food Interaction: $name may interact with alcohol. Therefore, avoid intake of alcohol while taking ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET as it may increase side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness or difficulty in concentrating.
Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), pulmonary insufficiency, kidney or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking ETIZEP 0.5MG TABLET.
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