Elm
Elm Products are primarily used for
Short term anxiety, Insomnia
About Elm Products
Elm Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Elm are Altered libido, Confusion, Depression, Drowsiness, Fainting, Headache, Muscle coordination impaired, Muscle weakness, Sedation, Slurred speech, Tremors, Visual impairment.
How Elm Products work
Etizolam is a benzodiazepine. It works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger (GABA) which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Patient Concerns about Elm Products
Frequently asked questions about Elm Products
Frequently asked questions about Etizolam
Q. Does Elm 1.5mg Tablet CR have abuse potential?
Yes, there are several reports mentioning the abuse potential of Elm 1.5mg Tablet CR. Therefore, it should be used with caution in patients prone to drug abuse.
Q. What are the advantages of Elm 1.5mg Tablet CR over other benzodiazepines (BZDs)?
As compared to other benzodiazepines, Elm 1.5mg Tablet CR 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.
Q. What happens if you stop taking Elm 1.5mg Tablet CR suddenly?
Stopping Elm 1.5mg Tablet CR 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.
Q. How long does Elm 1.5mg Tablet CR take to work?
Oral doses of Elm 1.5mg Tablet CR 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.
Q. Is Elm 1.5mg Tablet CR a muscle relaxant?
Yes, like benzodiazepines, it causes muscle relaxation, but otherwise it is mainly used for anxiety.
Q. Is Elm 1.5mg Tablet CR 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. Elm 1.5mg Tablet CR had no effect on sleep latency (amount of time it takes you to go from being fully awake to being asleep).
Q. Is Elm 1.5mg Tablet CR an antidepressant?
No, Elm 1.5mg Tablet CR 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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