Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD
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Product introduction
Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD is a prescription medicine used to treat short-term anxiety and insomnia. It binds to specific receptor sites in the brain and calms the brain. Therefore, it provides effective relaxation to the brain.
Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD is used to reduce anxiety, epilepsy and promote sleep.
Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD is used to reduce anxiety, epilepsy and promote sleep.
Uses of Etigam Tablet MD
Benefits of Etigam Tablet MD
In Treatment of Short term anxiety
Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD reduces the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry that are triggered only at the time of stressful conditions that last for a shorter duration. These could be job interviews, exams, stage performances, etc. It can effectively manage feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating and feeling irritable. Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD 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 suddenly can cause serious problems.
In Treatment of Insomnia
Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD helps treat insomnia (difficulty falling or staying asleep) in people who have problems related to their sleeping habits. Insomnia may cause you to wake up earlier than usual and you may find it difficult to go back to sleep. Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD works by slowing activity in the brain to allow sleep. This helps you relax and feel more energetic. It also helps you concentrate better and improves your quality of life.
Side effects of Etigam Tablet MD
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 Etigam
- Altered libido
- Confusion
- Depression
- Drowsiness
- Fainting
- Headache
- Muscle coordination impaired
- Muscle weakness
- Sedation
- Slurred speech
- Tremors
- Visual impairment
How to use Etigam Tablet MD
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Put it in your mouth but do not swallow it. Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
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Information regarding the use of Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
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Information regarding the use of Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
The most common side-effects of Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD are related to sedation and musculoskeletal relaxation. It may impair your driving ability.
The most common side-effects of Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD are related to sedation and musculoskeletal relaxation. It may impair your driving ability.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Take it as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
- The addiction / habit-forming potential of this medicine is less as compared to other benzodiazepines.
- 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.
- Do not take this medicine if you have a history of drug addiction or drug abuse.
- 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
Thienodiazepines Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Benzodiazepines
Patient concerns
FAQs
Does Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD have abuse potential?
Yes, there are several reports mentioning the abuse potential of Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD. Therefore, it should be used with caution in patients prone to drug abuse.
What are the advantages of Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD over other benzodiazepines (BZDs)?
As compared to other benzodiazepines, Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD has lesser sedative effects, lower dependence, and lower tolerance. However, long-term use can reduce the effectivity of the medicine and may cause dependence and addiction.
What happens if you stop taking Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD suddenly?
Stopping Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD suddenly may cause withdrawal symptoms which may include anxiety, insomnia, headache, dizziness, ringing sound in ear (tinnitus), eating disorder (anorexia), vomiting, nausea, tremor, weakness, excessive sweating (perspiration), irritability, hypersensitivity to visual and auditory stimuli. Stopping the medicine suddenly may also cause palpitations, fast heart rate and postural hypotension (drop in blood pressure on standing). In severe and rare cases of withdrawal from high doses, patients may develop seizures, mental disorder (psychosis), agitation, confusion, and hallucinations.
How long does Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD take to work?
Oral doses of Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD begin working within 30-60 minutes and peak at 3-4 hours. The medicine remains in the body for 6-8 hours although higher doses can last longer.
Is Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD a muscle relaxant?
Yes, like benzodiazepines, it causes muscle relaxation, but otherwise it is mainly used for anxiety.
Is Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD good for sleep?
Like other benzodiazepines, it causes sleepiness but is mainly used for anxiety disorder. It increases total sleep time and decreases the proportion of rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, wherein your eyes move quickly in different directions. Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD had no effect on sleep latency (amount of time it takes you to go from being fully awake to being asleep).
Is Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD an antidepressant?
No, Etigam 0.5 Tablet MD is not an antidepressant. It is used for the treatment of generalized anxiety disorder with depressive symptoms. But, it may affect patient's mood.
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Marketer details
Name: Origam Pharmocrats
Address: AO.Kalpatru, AV.6, RT Street,20th Cross, BVK Iyenger Road ,Bengaluru 560053, Karnataka, India
Country of origin: India
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