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Etizep 0.25mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

10 Tablet(s) in Strip
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Product Summary

Salt Content
Etizolam(0.25 Mg)
Uses
Insomnia, anxiety, panic attack
Therapy
Anti-anxiety
Side effects
Drowsiness, incoordination, low blood pressure, decrease in sexual desire, tremors
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Medical Description

Etizep Tablet belongs to the class of benzodiazepines that are a part of sedatives and hypnotics. It treats sleeping disorders like insomnia, anxiety, and panic disorders. It helps regulate the amount of a chemical substance present in the brain known as gamma-aminobutyric acid ( GABA). Etizep Tablet should be taken at a dose and concentration as prescribed by the doctor. It should be taken at a particular time of the day to maintain the concentration of the chemical substances in the brain. Some of this medicine's most common side effects are impaired muscle coordination, slurred speech, fatigue, impaired sexual desires, and headaches. Most side effects are mild and don’t affect day-to-day activities. However, you should immediately consult a doctor if any of the symptoms bother you.

Uses

  • Anxiety
  • Insomnia
  • Panic disorder

Contraindications

  • If you are allergic to Etizep tablets.
  • If you have acute narrow-angle glaucoma.
  • If you have neuromuscular disorders like myasthenia gravis.
  • If you have respiratory diseases like sleep apnoea syndrome and asthma.
  • If you have a psychiatric illness like psychosis.

Side effects

  • Drowsiness
  • Fatigue
  • Headache
  • Confusion
  • Depression
  • Slurred speech
  • Tremors
  • Visual disturbances
  • Decreased sexual desire

Precautions and Warnings

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Pregnancy

Etizep tablet should not be taken during pregnancy as it can cause adverse effects like poor feeding, vomiting, decreased energy, and abnormal temperature regulation in the baby. It can also cause breathing difficulties in the baby. Alternative medicines should be recommended for pregnant females and for those who are planning to get pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Etizep Tablet should not be taken while breastfeeding as it can pass through breast milk and cause side effects like difficulty in breathing, poor feeding, lethargy, and abnormal temperature regulation in the baby.

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Driving

Etizep Tablet should not be taken while driving as it can cause blurred vision and drowsiness. You should avoid operating any machinery or doing anything that requires mental focus after taking this medicine.

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Alcohol

You should not consume alcohol after taking Etizep Tablet as it can increase the severity of side effects like drowsiness, confusion, and impairment in consciousness.

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Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You experience a sudden change in behaviour, emergence of suicidal thoughts or thoughts related to self-harm.
  • You have any pre-existing liver or kidney issues.

Directions for Use

  • Take Etizep medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
  • Do not exceed the recommended dosage.
  • If you have any side effects, seek medical help right away.
  • Don’t discontinue using this medication without consulting your physician.

Storage and disposal

Keep this medicine packed in the packet or container it came in. This medication should be kept in a cool and dry place, at a temp below 30°C. Store it according to the package directions. The unused medicine must be disposed of with caution. Make sure that this medication is not accessible to kids or pets.

Dosage

Overdose

If you’ve taken more than the recommended dose of Etizep Tablets, then you may experience symptoms like drowsiness, confusion, abnormal coordination, slurred speech, difficulty in breathing, convulsions, and loss of consciousness. You should immediately rush to the nearby emergency room or consult a doctor.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed a dose of Etizep Tablet, then you should take it as soon as possible. However, do not take a double dose of the medicine to compensate for the missed dose. If it's time for the next dose, then you should go back to your regular schedule.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

The active ingredient of Etizep Tablet is Etizolam. Etizolam is a benzodiazepine that belongs to the sedatives and hypnotics group of medicines. This medicine increases the concentration of a chemical substance called gamma-amino-butyric acid( GABA) in the brain. This substance is responsible for decreasing the excessive activities of the brain and hence calms the mind. Decreasing the brain's activities helps the person sleep and provides relief from anxiety.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

  • Antidepressants (Fluoxetine, Paroxetine, Sertraline) can cause a decrease in respiratory rate and a fall in blood pressure levels.
  • Antihistamines (Cetirizine, Chlorpheniramine, Clemastine) can increase the side effects of Etizep tablets, like drowsiness and impairment in consciousness.
  • Antipsychotics (Aripriprazol, Asenapine, Clozapine, Risperidone) can cause a decrease in respiratory rate and low blood pressure levels.
  • Opioid analgesics (Codeine) can cause extreme drowsiness.
  • Calcium-channel blockers (Verapamil, Diltiazem) can decrease blood pressure to dangerously low levels.
  • Diuretics (furosemide) can affect the metabolism of Etizep Tablets.
  • Antacids (Cimetidine, Esomeprazole, Omeprazole) as it decreases the absorption of the medicine.
  • Muscle relaxants (succinylcholine, atracurium) as it increase weakness and fatigue.
  • Vasodilators (Hydralazine, Minoxidil and Nitroprusside) as it decreases the blood pressure to dangerously low levels.
  • Antifungals (ketoconazole) as it interfere with the metabolism of the medicine.
  • angiotensin II receptor antagonist
  • Antiepileptics (phenytoin, Carbamazepine) as it increase the chances of convulsions.
  • Β-blockers (Propranolol) as it can decrease blood pressure and respiratory rate.
  • Antimicrobials (Azithromycin) as it interfere with the metabolism of the medicine.

Interactions with food items

  • Any adverse interaction of food with Etizep Tablet is not known.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

You should not stop taking Etizep Tablets suddenly as it increases the chances of withdrawal symptoms like anxiety, headaches, tremors, weakness, perspiration (excessive sweating), irritability, and blurred vision. It can also cause severe side effects like low blood pressure and palpitations. You should take medicine at a dose and for a duration as prescribed by your physician.

Yes, Etizep tablets can cause sleepiness. However, it is primarily used for the treatment of anxiety and not to induce sleep. You should avoid driving or doing any activity that requires concentration. Etizep Tablet increases the total sleep time but does not have any effect on sleep latency (the time taken to go from fully awake to sleep).

Yes, Etizep Tablets have abuse potential. Hence its dose and duration should be monitored. You should immediately inform your doctor if you experience worsening of your symptoms or suicidal thoughts. Such symptoms need a thorough evaluation and modifications to the dose prescribed.

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Manufacturer Details

Brand:ETIZEP

Country of Origin:India

Vendor Details

Fulfillment Information: Etizep 0.25 MG Tablet (10) 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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