PRODUCT DETAILS

About Nitrozun 10mg Tablet

NITRAZEPAM belongs to a group of medications called 'benzodiazepines' (BZD) primarily used to treat anxiety disorders, insomnia and prevention of seizures (fits) due to epilepsy. An anxiety disorder is a mental health disorder characterized by excessive fear or worry, that affects individual daily activities. Epilepsy is a brain-related neurological disorder characterized by episodes of seizures (fits) due to a chemical change in the brain cells (neurons) that leads to a sudden surge of electrical activity in the brain followed by sudden jerky movements of limbs or a part of the body. Insomnia is a sleeping disorder in which a person finds difficulty in feeling asleep or staying asleep.

NITRAZEPAM contain ‘Nitrazepam’ that works by increasing levels of brain cells (neurons) calming chemical, known as gamma-amino-butyric-acid (GABA), in your brain that helps to relieve anxiety, prevents further seizures attacks (fits), and relaxes tense muscles. Besides this, NITRAZEPAM relieves temporary insomnia (sleeplessness) due to anxiety disorder. NITRAZEPAM is not recommended for mild to moderate anxiety and tension related to day-to-day life.

Uses of Nitrozun 10mg Tablet

Anxiety disorder, Epilepsy (fits), Insomnia (sleeplessness)

Medicinal Benefits of Nitrozun 10mg Tablet

NITRAZEPAM is a “benzodiazepines” that increases the chemical messenger (GABA) in your brain, thereby decreasing the feeling of nervousness, stress and anxiety, leading to a state of calmness and relaxation induces sleep. NITRAZEPAM benefits people who struggle with anxiety and worries in daily life. Regular intake of the prescribed dose of NITRAZEPAM improves social-life and your ability and performance at work and general wellbeing.

Directions for Use

You can take NITRAZEPAM with or without food. It should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it. Your doctor will advise you how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition.

Side Effects of Nitrozun 10mg Tablet

Like all medicines, NITRAZEPAM can cause side effects such as drowsiness during the day, a feeling of emptiness, reduced alertness, confusion, tiredness,  loss of coordination, headache, nightmares, dizziness, muscle weakness, poor muscle coordination and double vision. Most of these side effects of NITRAZEPAM do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take NITRAZEPAM if you are known to be allergic to Nitrazepam or other benzodiazepines class of medicines like clonazepam, lorazepam, diazepam etc. NITRAZEPAM is not recommended for use below 18 years of age. Do not take NITRAZEPAM if you are pregnant or breastfeeding as it may cause adverse effects in the baby. NITRAZEPAM should be used with caution in elderly patients above 65 years as there is an increased risk of adverse reactions such as drowsiness, dizziness, and muscle weakness. Inform your doctor if you have myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), drug addiction, chronic pulmonary insufficiency, narrow-angle glaucoma, kidney/liver problem before taking NITRAZEPAM. Taking NITRAZEPAM with opioid pain killer medicines (like codeine, oxycodone and hydrocodone) can cause severe drowsiness, breathing problems, coma, and even death. NITRAZEPAM should be taken with extreme caution in patients who have a history of alcoholism or drug abuse. If you feel excess suicidal thoughts, difficulty concentrating, sleep disturbances (apnoea), dizziness, or, sleepiness let your doctor know about this. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

NITRAZEPAM may have interaction with any other medicines to treat anxiety or depression or to help you sleep (nefazodone, fluvoxamine, fluoxetine), medicines to treat epilepsy (phenytoin, phenobarbital), pain killers (morphine, codeine, dihydrocodeine, buprenorphine), antihistamines (chlorphenamine, diphenhydramine, promethazine), antifungal (fluconazole), antibiotics (erythromycin),  medicines used for treating stomach ulcers (cimetidine, omeprazole), medicines used for angina and high blood pressure (diltiazem), medicines used to treat various heart conditions (digoxin), medicines used for treating HIV (ritonavir, zidovudine), antipsychotic medicines used to treat mental illnesses like schizophrenia, medicines used for treating tuberculosis (isoniazid, rifampicin)

Drug-Disease Interaction:

If you have narrow-angle glaucoma, myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), pulmonary insufficiency, kidney/liver problems, inform your doctor before taking NITRAZEPAM. 

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

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

PREGNANCY

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

BREAST FEEDING

• Avoid breastfeeding while taking NITRAZEPAM as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects like sedation in the baby.

DRIVING

• NITRAZEPAM may cause dizziness, double vision or drowsiness in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy, dizzy or experience any vision problems after taking NITRAZEPAM.

LIVER

• Take NITRAZEPAM with caution, especially if you have or had a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

KIDNEY

Take NITRAZEPAM with caution, especially if you have or had a history of kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.