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Alzolam 0.5 Tablet

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Product introduction

Alzolam 0.5 Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as benzodiazepines. It is used to treat anxiety. It alters brain activity, calms it, and provides relief from panic attacks by relaxing the nerves.

Alzolam 0.5 Tablet is used to reduce anxiety, epilepsy and promote sleep.

Uses of Alzolam Tablet

Benefits of Alzolam Tablet

In Treatment of Anxiety

Alzolam 0.5 Tablet reduces the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry. It can also reduce feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating, and feeling irritable. It will therefore help you go about your daily activities more easily and be more productive. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. Stopping it suddenly can cause serious problems. So, do not stop taking it without discussing it with your doctor.

In Treatment of Panic disorder

Alzolam 0.5 Tablet can help relieve symptoms of many panic disorders including panic attacks. It can help you feel calmer and improve your ability to deal with problems. Do not stop taking it, even when you feel better unless your doctor advises you to.

Side effects of Alzolam Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Alzolam

  • Lightheadedness
  • Drowsiness

How to use Alzolam Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Alzolam 0.5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Alzolam 0.5 Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Alzolam 0.5 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Alzolam 0.5 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Alzolam 0.5 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Alzolam 0.5 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Alzolam 0.5 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Alzolam 0.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Alzolam 0.5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • The addiction / habit-forming potential of this medicine is very high. Take it only as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor
  • It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol as it may increase dizziness and drowsiness.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
  • Do not stop taking medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as that may lead to nausea, anxiety, agitation, flu-like symptoms, sweating, tremor, and confusion.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Benzodiazepines Derivative
Habit Forming
Yes
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Benzodiazepines

Patient concerns

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Hi my mother has been taking nexito 20 mg once a day and Alzolam 0.5 twice a day for 4 years. She had been prescribed this as she was suffering from anxiety / depression. As now she is ok we wanted to taper it off.And out psychiatrist asked her to make is nexito 10 mg and Alzolam 0.25 mg morning and 0.5 mg night. And review after two months.Pls advice if this is fine and can there be some withdrawal symptoms.
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
Based on your clinical history, your doctor plans the type of medicine and it's dose and duration. For first episode of anxiety/ depression/ panic, the usual maintenance phase is 6 months of asymptomatic period, after which medicines can be gradually tapered. But treatment may need to continue longer depending on severity and frequency of episodes. To take any decision to change medication or stop them, several factors have to be taken in account for which regular follow up with your psychiatrist is important. For second opinion, seek a proper consultation with another psychiatrist and take along your previous prescriptions.
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Di continuation of alzolam and nexito.My mother has been taking nexito 20 mg once a day and alzolam 0.5 mg twice a day for the past 4 years as she had been suffering from anxiety.Now she seems to be fine. 1. How do we stop taking these drugs and is there a need to stop. 2.Will they cause serious withdrawal symptoms or cause any seizures etc. 3. Can it cause tge anxiety to return.
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
Based on your clinical history, your doctor plans the type of medicine and it's dose and duration. For first episode of anxiety/ depression/ panic, the usual maintenance phase is 6 months of asymptomatic period, after which medicines can be gradually tapered. But treatment may need to continue longer depending on severity and frequency of episodes. To take any decision to change medication or stop them, several factors have to be taken in account for which regular follow up with your psychiatrist is important. For second opinion, seek a proper consultation with another psychiatrist and take along your previous prescriptions.
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FAQs

What is Alzolam 0.5 Tablet used for?

Alzolam 0.5 Tablet is used to relieve excess (moderate to severe) anxiety and to treat anxiety associated with depression. It is not to be used for mild anxiety associated with the stress of day to day life situations.

Is Alzolam 0.5 Tablet safe?

Alzolam 0.5 Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

Is Alzolam 0.5 Tablet addictive (habit-forming)?

Yes, the use of Alzolam 0.5 Tablet has addictive potential. Its use is associated with the risk of addiction for physical or psychological effects. The abrupt discontinuation of Alzolam 0.5 Tablet is therefore not advised to avoid serious withdrawal symptoms.

Is Alzolam 0.5 Tablet an opioid?

No, Alzolam 0.5 Tablet is not an opioid, it belongs to a class of substances called benzodiazepines.

Is Alzolam 0.5 Tablet an anti-depressant?

No, Alzolam 0.5 Tablet is not an anti-depressant. It is used to relieve excess anxiety and to treat anxiety associated with depression.

Is Alzolam 0.5 Tablet a narcotic substance?

No, Alzolam 0.5 Tablet is not a narcotic substance. It belongs to the class of medicines known as benzodiazepines and is used for the treatment of anxiety.

Can I take Alzolam 0.5 Tablet for a hangover?

No, Alzolam 0.5 Tablet is not indicated for managing a hangover. Rather, Alzolam 0.5 Tablet should not be taken with alcohol as both the substances can cause excessive sleep (sedation) and depress your brain.

Can I take Alzolam 0.5 Tablet for anxiety?

Yes, Alzolam 0.5 Tablet is used to relieve excess (moderate to severe) anxiety and to treat anxiety associated with depression. It is not recommended for mild anxiety associated with the stress of day to day life situations.

Does Alzolam 0.5 Tablet reduce blood pressure?

Lowering of blood pressure is seen if you take more than the prescribed dose of Alzolam 0.5 Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive fall in blood pressure while you are taking Alzolam 0.5 Tablet.

Does Alzolam 0.5 Tablet make you sleepy?

Yes, Alzolam 0.5 Tablet makes you sleepy. Sedation (sleepiness) is a very common side effect of Alzolam 0.5 Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you are prescribed Alzolam 0.5 Tablet and your work requires you to remain alerted or you drive yourself as it may affect your driving.

Does Alzolam 0.5 Tablet cause weight gain?

Change in weight (both weight gain and weight loss) has been reported as a common side effect with Alzolam 0.5 Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you experience a disproportionate change in weight when you are taking Alzolam 0.5 Tablet.

Can I take Alzolam 0.5 Tablet with hydrocodone?

Alzolam 0.5 Tablet should not be taken with hydrocodone. Alzolam 0.5 Tablet belong to a class of medicines called benzodiazepines and hydrocodone belongs to the class of medicines called opioids. Both the classes cause sedation (increased tendency to sleep) and respiratory depression (slow and difficult breathing). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Can I take Alzolam 0.5 Tablet with paracetamol?

No, interactions have been reported between Alzolam 0.5 Tablet and paracetamol. However, this does not mean that no interactions exist. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Can I take Alzolam 0.5 Tablet for the rest of my life?

No, Alzolam 0.5 Tablet should be taken only for a prescribed duration at prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.

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Country of origin: India
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