Alprax Mt 0.5Mg Tablets

• As per CDSCO, Alprax Mt tablet is used for the following:
• Treatment of anxiety disorder
• Treatment of panic disorder
• Short term treatment for anxiety-related to depression.

• Alprax Mt tablet is contraindicated in the following cases:
• If you are allergic to any component of the Alprax Mt tablet, i.e. Alprazolam
• If you are taking antidepressants, anti-anxiety or sedative medications
• If you are taking narcotic or opioid pain relievers
• If you see sudden mood changes, suicidal thoughts or other harmful behaviour
• If you have glaucoma (increases the fluid pressure in the eyes)
• If you have respiratory depression, which is a slow and steady decline in breathing
• If you have a history of alcohol or substance addiction
• If you have liver or kidney problems
• If you have a history of respiratory problems like asthma, sleep apnea, etc.

• Alprax Mt tablet has the following side effects:
• Drowsiness
• Headache
• Weakness
• Dry mouth
• Sleep problems
• Lack of coordination

Other General Warnings

• You have any allergic reactions after taking the Alprax Mt tablet.
• You have any self-harming thoughts or suicidal ideation.
• You experience any serious side effects persistently.
• You are an elderly patient over 65 years. These tablets may cause serious adverse effects due to slow metabolism in elderly patients.
• You have a history of mild or severe liver and kidney disease; this medicine may need a dose adjustment.
• You are pregnant or planning a pregnancy during the treatment.
• You are using oral contraceptives.
• You are using any ayurvedic/herbal medicines, vitamins, and other health supplements

• Take the Alprax Mt tablet as prescribed by the doctor.
• Take Alprax Mt tablet on a regular schedule with or without food or as prescribed, preferably at the same time every day.
• Swallow the tablet orally with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew this medicine.
• Do not take Alprax Mt tablet with other medications as it may lead to interaction.
• Do not stop taking the Alprax Mt tablet suddenly, as it may lead to withdrawal side effects.
• Do not exceed the dosage of Alprax Mt tablet on your own, as it can lead to overdose.

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Interactions with other medicines

• Alprax Mt tablet interaction with antidepressants or mood-elevating medicines like fluoxetine and desipramine can cause increased side effects.
• Alprax Mt tablet interaction with antihistamines (allergy medicines), pain killers, such as morphine, oxycodone, fentanyl, hydrocodone, tramadol, codeine, sleeping pills, etc., can increase drowsiness and fatigue.
• Alprax Mt tablet interaction with antifungal medications like fluconazole and itraconazole ketoconazole can reduce its effects.
• Alprax Mt tablet interaction with oral contraceptives or birth control pills can reduce its effectiveness.
• Herbal Supplement St. John’s wort can also interact with the Alprax Mt tablet.

Interactions with food items

• You should avoid caffeine-containing diets like tea, coffee, chocolate etc.