PRODUCT DETAILS

About Alprest 0.5mg Tablet

ALPRAZOLAM belongs to a class of 'anxiolytic' drugs (reduces anxiety) called benzodiazepines (BZD) primarily used to treat severe anxiety over a short period and panic disorder with or without agoraphobia (an anxiety disorder that makes people very fearful of certain places and situations). Anxiety is a mental health disorder associated with fear of worry and excessive nervousness. On the other hand, 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.

Uses of Alprest 0.5mg Tablet

Anxiety disorder, Panic disorder

Medicinal Benefits of Alprest 0.5mg Tablet

ALPRAZOLAM is an anxiolytic drug (anxiety reducer) that is used to treat anxiety, panic disorder over a short period. ALPRAZOLAM increases the activity of GABA (a chemical messenger in the brain act as a natural nerve-calming agent) and is involved in inducing sleep. Thereby, ALPRAZOLAM relaxes muscles, reduces anxiety, and induces sleep. ALPRAZOLAM is not to be used for mild anxiety associated with the stress of today's life situations.

Directions for Use

Swallow the tablet with a glass of water as a whole. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Take ALPRAZOLAM exactly as prescribed by your doctor. ALPRAZOLAM should not be taken unless prescribed by the doctor. Based on your medical condition, your doctor will advise on how long you need to take ALPRAZOLAM.

Side Effects of Alprest 0.5mg Tablet

Like all medicines, ALPRAZOLAM can cause side effects such as depression, sleepiness and drowsiness, jerky, uncoordinated movements, inability to remember bits of information, slurred speech, dizziness, light-headedness, headaches, constipation, dry mouth, tiredness, irritability, loss of appetite, confusion and disorientation, increased sex drive (men and women), erectile dysfunction, nervousness or feeling anxious or agitated, insomnia (inability to sleep or disturbed sleep), problems with balance, and unsteadiness (similar to feeling drunk) especially during the day, loss of alertness or concentration, inability to stay awake, feeling sluggish, shakiness or trembling, double or blurred vision, feeling sick, skin reactions, and change in your weight.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take ALPRAZOLAM if you are known to be allergic to ALPRAZOLAM. ALPRAZOLAM is not recommended for below 18 years of age.

Drug-Drug Interaction:

ALPRAZOLAM may have interaction with any other medicines to treat anxiety or depression or to help you sleep (e.g. nefazodone, fluvoxamine, fluoxetine), pain killers (e.g. morphine, codeine, dihydrocodeine, buprenorphine), antihistamines/antiallergics (e.g. chlorphenamine, diphenhydramine, promethazine), antifungal (e.g. fluconazole), oral contraceptives (e.g. the pill), certain antibiotics (e.g. erythromycin), medicines used for treating stomach ulcers (e.g. cimetidine), medicines used for angina and high blood pressure (e.g. diltiazem), medicines used to treat various heart conditions (e.g. digoxin), medicines used for treating HIV (e.g. ritonavir), antipsychotic medicines used to treat mental illnesses like schizophrenia, and medicines to treat epilepsy.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Avoid consumption of alcohol with ALPRAZOLAM as it may increase the risk of drowsiness and other adverse effects.

PREGNANCY

ALPRAZOLAM is a category D pregnancy drug. It is not recommended for use during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters as it may cause harm to the unborn baby.

BREAST FEEDING

Avoid breastfeeding while taking ALPRAZOLAM as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the baby.

DRIVING

ALPRAZOLAM may cause dizziness, double vision, or drowsiness in some people. It is an offence to drive if ALPRAZOLAM affects you. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy, dizzy, or experience any vision problems after taking ALPRAZOLAM.