PRODUCT DETAILS

About Pro Alarm 0.25 mg/20 mg Tablet

ALPRAZOLAM+PROPRANOLOL belongs to the group of medicines called anxiolytics that is used to treat anxiety disorder. Anxiety disorder is a mental health disorder characterised by feelings of anxiety, worry or fear that are strong enough to interfere with one’s daily activities. Symptoms of anxiety include rapid breathing, increased heart rate, restlessness, trouble concentrating and difficulty falling asleep.

Uses of Pro Alarm 0.25 mg/20 mg Tablet

Anxiety disorder, Panic disorder

Medicinal Benefits of Pro Alarm 0.25 mg/20 mg Tablet

ALPRAZOLAM+PROPRANOLOL is a combination of two drugs, namely: Alprazolam and Propranolol. ALPRAZOLAM+PROPRANOLOL is used to treat anxiety disorder. Alprazolam is a benzodiazepine that increases the action of a chemical messenger called GABA, this helps suppress the nerve cell's excessive and abnormal activity in the brain. Propranolol is a beta-blocker that blocks certain chemical messenger's action on the heart and blood vessels, reducing heart rate and blood pressure. Altogether, ALPRAZOLAM+PROPRANOLOL is used to treat anxiety disorder.

Directions for Use

Take ALPRAZOLAM+PROPRANOLOL with or without food or as directed by your doctor. Swallow ALPRAZOLAM+PROPRANOLOL as a whole with a glass of water, do not chew or crush the tablet. Take ALPRAZOLAM+PROPRANOLOL at the same time every day as it helps maintain consistent drug levels in the body. Depending on your medical condition, your doctor will decide how long you need to take ALPRAZOLAM+PROPRANOLOL.

Side Effects of Pro Alarm 0.25 mg/20 mg Tablet

Confusion
Drowsiness
Memory impairment
Uncoordinated body movements
Nightmare
Cold extremities
Dry mouth

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take ALPRAZOLAM+PROPRANOLOL if you are allergic to any of its contents, if you have breathing or lung problems, a serious heart condition such as 'sick sinus syndrome', severe liver problems and myasthenia gravis (muscle problems). Inform your doctor before taking ALPRAZOLAM+PROPRANOLOL if you have drug or alcohol addiction, depression, kidney/liver disease. ALPRAZOLAM+PROPRANOLOL may be habit-forming, so inform your doctor if you have a history of drug addiction or abuse. Keep your doctor informed about all the medicines you are taking, including prescription, non-prescription medicines and herbal supplements.

Drug-Drug Interaction:

ALPRAZOLAM+PROPRANOLOL may have interaction with a blood thinner (warfarin, Coumadin), an antidepressant (amitriptyline, clomipramine, desipramine), medicines to treat high blood pressure or a prostate disorder (doxazosin, prazosin, terazosin), pain medication/NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, celecoxib, diclofenac, indomethacin, meloxicam), oral contraceptives, medicines for treating fungal infections (e.g. ketoconazole), medicines used for treating HIV (ritonavir) and steroid medicine (prednisone).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Avoid consumption of alcohol with ALPRAZOLAM+PROPRANOLOL as it may result in fatal side effects.

PREGNANCY

ALPRAZOLAM+PROPRANOLOL is unsafe for use during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor before taking ALPRAZOLAM+PROPRANOLOL if you are pregnant, your doctor will prescribe ALPRAZOLAM+PROPRANOLOL if the risks outweigh the benefits.

BREAST FEEDING

Limited data suggest that ALPRAZOLAM+PROPRANOLOL does not have any significant risk for the baby. However, please consult your doctor before taking ALPRAZOLAM+PROPRANOLOL, your doctor will decide whether ALPRAZOLAM+PROPRANOLOL can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

DRIVING

ALPRAZOLAM+PROPRANOLOL may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or handle machinery unless you are alert.