Epitril Md 0.5mg Tablets

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Description

Epitril 0.5 mg is a prescription medicine that contains clonazepam. This is a drug that comes under the class of medications called Benzodiazepine. It enhances the activity of a neurotransmitter, nam

ely GABA (Gamma Amino Butyric Acid), present in the brain. Clonazepam falls under the category of benzodiazepines. Clonazepam’s effect is similar to a tranquillizer. It obstructs synaptic transmission. It is used to prevent seizures and control them. In addition, it is used as an anticonvulsant or an antiepileptic drug. Epitril 0.5 mg is used to treat seizures in children and adults, anxiety disorders, and panic disorders in adults.

Product Summary

Offer Price	₹35.04
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Contains	Clonazepam(0.5 Mg)
Uses	Generalised seizures, Tonic-clonic seizures, Simple focal seizures, Complex focal seizures, Secondarily generalised seizures, Anxiety disorders, Panic disorders, Restless leg syndrome, Akathisia
Side effects	Lethargy, Fatigue, Sedation, Drowsiness, Impaired balance, Impaired coordination, Blurred vision, Confusion, Irritability, Lack of motivation, loss of libido, Hallucination, Delusion, Short term memory loss, Anterograde amnesia with high doses, Breathlessness, Shallow breathing, Anaphylaxis.
Therapy	ANTI-EPILEPTIC

Uses

Contraindications

Side effects

Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Epitril 0.5 MG

Generalised seizures
Tonic-clonic seizures
Simple focal seizures
Complex focal seizures
Secondarily generalised seizures
Anxiety disorders
Panic disorders
Restless leg syndrome
Akathisia

Contraindications of Epitril 0.5 MG

Severe liver disorders Kidney disorders Alcohol intoxication Wide-angle glaucoma Closed-angle glaucoma Depression Sleep apnoea Suicidal thoughts History of drug abuse Asthma Decreased lung...

Side effects of Epitril 0.5 MG

Common Side Effects:
Lethargy
Fatigue
Sedation
Drowsiness
Impaired balance
Impaired coordination
Less common or occasional side effects:
Blurred vision
Confusion
Irritability
Lack of motivation
Loss of libido
Hallucination
Delusion
Short term memory loss
Anterograde amnesia with high doses
Breathlessness
Shallow breathing
Rare side effects:
Anaphylaxis

Precautions and Warnings of Epitril 0.5 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take Epitril 0.5 mg during pregnancy?

Epitril 0.5 mg is not recommended for pregnancy as it crosses the placenta and may harm foetal growth. A safer, alternative with the same therapeutic effect will be provided to you by your doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Epitril 0.5 mg while breastfeeding?

Epitril 0.5 mg tablet contains clonazepam which passes through the breastmilk and may harm the child. So it is not safe for use during breastfeeding. Ask your doctor for a safer alternative with the same therapeutic effect.

Driving

Can I drive if I have taken Epitril 0.5 mg?

Epitril 0.5mg tablets may cause drowsiness or dizziness, affecting your ability to drive. So do not drive after taking this medicine.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Epitril 0.5 mg?

Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while taking Epitril 0.5 mg tablet as it will worsen the side effects such as drowsiness and dizziness. This medicine can also cause difficulty in concentrating and breathing problems.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

Do not stop this medicine suddenly without talking to your doctor as that may lead to nausea, anxiety, agitation, flu-like symptoms, sweating, tremors, and confusion.

Mode of Action of Epitril 0.5 MG

How Does It Work?

Epitril 0.5 mg contains clonazepam that works by enhancing the activity of the inhibitory neurotransmitter Gamma Amino Butyric Acid (GABA) in the central nervous system. As a result, Gamma Amino Butyr...

Directions for Use of Epitril 0.5 MG

Epitril 0.5mg tablets can be taken with or without food and should be taken at a set time as advised by the doctor.
Take the regular tablet whole with a glass full of water.
Avoid sleeping immediately after taking the tablet.
Clonazepam may be habit-forming, so it must be taken exactly as prescribed by the doctor.
The person should not take multiple doses or overdose on the drug.
Misuse of the drugs can cause addiction, overdose or death.
Do not share the medicine with any other person, especially someone with a drug abuse history.

Interactions of Epitril 0.5 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Abacavir
Acetylsalicylic acid
Alprazolam
Amisulpride
Amprenavir
Ritonavir
Carbamazepine
Fluvoxamine
Phenobarbital
Phenytoin
Primidone
Cimetidine
Disulfiram
Rifampicin (Drug used in Tuberculosis)
Levodopa (Drug used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease)

Interactions with food items

Do not consume alcohol while using an Epitril 0.5 mg tablet as it may cause dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, breathing difficulties, etc.
Do not take food that contains caffeine like coffee, chocolates, etc.

Storage and disposal of Epitril 0.5 MG

Do not let children handle the medicine. Ensure that the medicine is kept away from sunlight or direct sun. Store this medicine in a dry, cold place. Medicines that are not used or left should be d...

Dosage of Epitril 0.5 MG

Overdose

In overdose, patients may experience excessive sleepiness, increased heart rate, continuous eye movements, muscle weakness, and feeling over-excited. Seek emergency medical care or contact the doctor ...
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Missed a Dose

Patients should not miss any dose of Epitril 0.5 mg tablet. If missed, take the medicine as soon as possible. But, if the dose is delayed for longer than 12 hours, skip the missed dose and take your n...

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Pratik Gawai

MBBS

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Anuj Tiwari

MBBS, DNB Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Can I stop Epitril 0.5 mg tablet if I don’t have any seizure episodes?

A: Discuss with your doctor about reducing the dosage of Epitril 0.5mg. Do not completely stop taking the medicine. An abrupt stoppage of tablet Epitril 0.5mg can lead to significant withdrawal symptoms. Always discuss with your doctor about decreasing the dosage before completely stopping its usage.

Q: I am planning to get pregnant. Can Epitril 0.5 mg affect my fertility?

There is no scientific evidence of Epitril 0.5 mg affecting fertility in either men or women. However, it is not safe to take Epitril 0.5 mg tablet during pregnancy. The medicine can affect the growin...
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