Becalm 0.25mg Tablets
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Product Summary
| Salt Content | Alprazolam(0.25 Mg) |
| Uses | Anxiety disorder, Panic disorder |
| Therapy | Anti-anxiety |
| Side effects | Depression, Drowsiness, Sleepiness, Nausea, Sedation, Weight gain, A sudden lowering of blood pressure after standing, Urinary retention, Increased prolactin level in the blood, Dizziness, Excessive sweating, Decreased blood pressure, Urine retention, Blurred vision, Nervousness |
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Medical Description
Becalm 0.25mg Tab belongs to a class of "anxiolytics" (anxiety-reducing) medicines called benzodiazepines (BZDs) that is mainly used to treat severe short-term anxiety and panic disorders that are not accompanied by phobias. Anxiety is a mental health disorder associated with excessive fear and stress. Panic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder that causes an overwhelming feeling of fear even when there is no real danger and is accompanied by heart palpitations.
Becalm 0.25mg Tab contains alprazolam as its active ingredient. Becalm 0.25mg Tab relieves anxiety/panic by lowering excessive brain activity and increasing GABA activity (gamma-aminobutyric acid, a chemical messenger in the brain that works as a natural nerve-calming agent). Hence, Becalm 0.25mg Tab relaxes the body and soothes the mind.
Side effects associated with Becalm 0.25mg Tab include depression, drowsiness, sleepiness, nausea, sedation, weight gain, etc. These are usually not serious and go away as your body adapts to the medication. If they persist or cause you concern, speak with your doctor. Normally, these side-effects improve with the discontinuation of treatment. However, do not abruptly stop taking Becalm 0.25mg Tab. Your doctor may gradually taper the dose before stopping the treatment. Abruptly stopping the medicine may lead to withdrawal symptoms such as headache, dizziness, insomnia, etc.
Becalm 0.25mg Tab should be used with caution in patients with seizures, schizophrenia, liver diseases, diabetes, heart diseases, sleep disorders, bleeding disorders, pregnant women, lactating women and those under the age of 18.
Uses
- As per CDSCO, Uses of Becalm 0.25mg Tablet are,
- Treatment of anxiety disorder
- Treatment of panic disorder
Contraindications
- If you have an allergy to active or inactive ingredients of Becalm 0.25mg Tab
- If you have CNS depression
- If you have narrow-angle glaucoma
- If you suffer from liver disease
- If you have neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS)
- If you suffer from kidney disease
- If you suffer from seizure disorders
- If you have urinary tract obstruction
- If you have an enlarged prostate gland
- If you have dementia
Side effects
- Depression
- Drowsiness
- Sleepiness
- Nausea
- Sedation
- Weight gain
- Sudden lowering of blood pressure after standing
- Urinary retention
- Increased prolactin level in the blood
- Dizziness
- Excessive sweating
- Decreased blood pressure
- Urine retention
- Blurred vision
- Nervousness
- Agitation
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You are on any other medications.
- You suffer from kidney and liver problems.
- You are less than 18 years of age.
- You experience side effects that persist or are debilitating.
- You conceive during the course of Becalm Tab or are planning a pregnancy.
Directions for Use
- Becalm 0.25mg Tab should be taken orally or according to the directions of your physician.
- The dosage and duration of your treatment will be determined by the doctor based on your medical history, age, and gender.
- Becalm 0.25mg Tab can be taken with or without food.
- Becalm 0.25mg Tab is meant to be swallowed orally with no chewing or crushing.
- Do not alter the dose; make sure to take it as suggested by your doctor.
- Becalm 0.25mg Tab is not intended for daily use unless recommended by your doctor.
Storage and disposal
Ensure that Becalm 0.25mg Tab are kept in a safe place so that toddlers or pets cannot access them. It is best to keep Becalm 0.25mg Tab in a cool and well-ventilated room since heat and humidity can damage your medicines. Check the label of Becalm 0.25mg Tab for more information. Ensure that you dispose of the unused/expired Becalm Tablets properly to avoid accidental consumption by humans or animals.
Dosage
Overdose
An overdose of Becalm Tab may cause CNS excitability, as well as neurological and cardiovascular symptoms. Ranging from mild to severe, some symptoms of overdose that may be observed include confusion, problems with coordination, drowsiness, and loss of consciousness. Therefore, in case of an overdose of Becalm Tab, medical help should be sought as soon as possible.
Missed a Dose
If you miss a dose of Becalm Tab, take it as soon as you recall. Skip the dose you have missed if it is time for the next dose, and continue with the scheduled dose instead. Do not take the missed dose along with the regular one, as it may lead to an overdose.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Becalm 0.25mg Tab contains alprazolam as its active ingredient. Becalm 0.25mg Tab works by reducing excessive brain activity. It calms the nervous system, which is accomplished by increasing the effects of GABA, a natural chemical found in the body.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- To prevent side effects associated with medicine interactions, it is important to inform the doctor about any medicines or supplements you are consuming at the time of prescription.
- Becalm 0.25mg Tab may interact with the following medicines and have adverse effects:
- Medicines such as nefazodone, fluvoxamine, fluoxetine
- Medicines used as pain killers- morphine, codeine, dihydrocodeine, buprenorphine
- Medicines used as Antifungal such as fluconazole
- Medicines used for treating stomach ulcers such as cimetidine
- Medicines that are used in treating angina and high blood pressure such as diltiazem
- Medicines used in treating heart conditions such as digoxin
- Medicines that are used in the treatment of HIV-ritonavir
- Other medicines that are antipsychotic
- Oral contraceptives pills
- Certain antibiotics- erythromycin
- Antihistamines/antiallergics such as chlorphenamine, diphenhydramine, promethazine
Interactions with food items
- Avoid consumption of grape juice and alcohol with Becalm 0.25mg Tab.
- There are no other specific interactions of Becalm 0.25mg Tab with food, so a regular diet can be continued unless advised otherwise by the doctor.
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Manufacturer Details
Brand:BECALM
Vendor Details
Fulfillment Information: Becalm 0.25 MG Tablet (15) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.
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