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Lam Et 0.25Mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

10 Tablet(s) in Strip
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TABLET

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Product Summary

Uses
Anxiety, Panic Disorders, Sleep Problems
Therapy
Anti-anxiety
Side effects
Blurry Vision, Dizziness, Headaches, Sedation, Uncontrolled Muscle Movements, Sexual Dysfunction
Salt Content
Etizolam(0.25 Mg)
3 Step Quality
Assurance
Cash on delivery
available
NPPA
Regulated

Medical Description

Lam Et Tablet contains etizolam as the main ingredient. It belongs to the group of medications known as anxiolytics. It is used in the treatment of various psychiatric issues like anxiety disorders, acute panic episodes and sleep problems. It also acts as a sedative-hypnotic and an anticonvulsant. Etizolam is a benzodiazepine that acts by increasing the effect of GABA (chemical messenger) responsible for the feeling of relaxation over the central nervous system (brain, lungs and heart), thus helping the patient feel calm and relaxed. Lam Et Tablet is not prescribed for patients below the age of 18 years. It is also not prescribed for patients with a known history of substance abuse. Lam Et Tablet is found to have less addiction potential than other benzodiazepines.

Uses

  • Anxiety disorders
  • Acute panic episodes
  • Sleep problems
  • Seizures

Contraindications

  • If you are allergic to etizolam
  • If you’ve Myasthenia gravis (a condition causing uncontrolled muscle tremors)
  • If you have Lung disease
  • If you have Narrow-angle glaucoma
  • If you have Liver disorders
  • If you have Kidney ailments
  • If you have a Long-term psychiatric illness
  • If you have a known history of self-harm/self-injury
  • If you have a history of substance abuse

Side effects

  • Sedation
  • Dizziness,
  • Headaches
  • Unclear Thinking
  • Uncoordinated Muscle & Limb Movements
  • Speech Difficulties

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Pregnancy

Etizolam, one of the main ingredients of the medicine, is a category C medicine ( unsafe) for pregnancy. Therefore it is not advised to take Lam Et Tablet while pregnant. Consult your physician if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy while on this medication.

Breast Feeding

Breast Feeding

There are incomplete studies and data on the safety of Lam Et Tablet taken while breastfeeding. It can only be advised if the actual benefit to the patient is more than the potential risk involved while taking Lam Et Tablet. Consult a physician if you are breastfeeding while taking this medication.

Driving

Driving

No, Lam Et Tablet causes side-effects like disorientation, loss of balance and sedation. After taking this medication, it is advised not to stand immediately, do strenuous exercises, drive or operate heavy machinery.

Alcohol

Alcohol

No, alcohol is prohibited while taking this medication as it can cause some serious side-effects like severe sedation, shock, cardiac arrest or even death.

Other General Warnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You experience any allergy after taking Lam Et Tablet like rashes, hives or swelling on the face.
  • You want to change the dose of Lam Et.
  • You want to stop taking Lam Et Tablet.
  • You have missed any dose/doses of Lam Et Tablet.
  • If any other medical issues arise after taking Lam Et Tablet.
  • If the side-effects are too severe to disrupt your everyday life and do not seem to go away with time.

Directions for Use

  • Lam Et Tablet is taken orally with water with/without food and as many times as prescribed by your doctor after evaluation of your condition. Do not chew or crush the tablet in powder form. Lam Et Tablet is advised to be taken at the same time every day, preferably at night before bedtime, due to its sedative effects.
  • It is advised to always check for the expiry date before starting the medication.
  • It is not recommended for anyone below the age of 18 years.
  • Do not share Lam Et Tablet with anyone you know who has any depression/ anxiety issues.

Storage and disposal

It should always be stored at room temperature and away from direct sunlight/moisture. At home, it should be kept away from children and pets. Care should be taken to keep it away from potential misuse. The disposal of any unused Lam Et Tablet should always be along with other medical waste. Any unused medication should not be drained away in sinks or washrooms. Do not throw away Lam Et Tablet along with other household waste.

Dosage

Overdose

Overdose of Lam Et Tablet can cause drowsiness, uncontrolled muscle or limb movements, rapid heart rate, and loss of consciousness. It can lead to coma if not appropriately managed. Any known overdose cases with Lam Et Tablet should be immediately reported to the emergency department of your nearest healthcare provider. Patients with a known history of substance abuse should be monitored regularly. Family members should also be counselled for monitoring symptoms of misuse/ overdose of Lam Et Tablet.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed a dose of Lam Et Tablet, you can take the missed dose as soon as possible. If the next scheduled dose is close, it's suggested not to consume the missed dose and directly take the next dose and then continue as scheduled. Don't double your dose without consulting your physician.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

  • Itraconazole & fluvoxamine (antifungals) - tends to increase etizolam deposit in the blood, causing increased side effects.
  • Carbamazepine, phenytoin, Clonazepam, alprazolam ( anti-epileptic) decrease etizolam build-up.
  • Sedative hypnotics like Zolpidem can cause severe respiratory problems.
  • Cimetidine, omeprazole (medicine for gastric ulcers), can cause etizolam build-up.
  • Antipsychotics like clozapine can cause respiratory problems.
  • Opioid painkiller morphine & codeine can cause respiratory problems.
  • High blood pressure medication (clonidine, moxonidine, hydralazine, minoxidil, mibefradil) - cardiac toxicity is a possibility of prolonged use.
  • Muscle relaxants - cause twitching of eyes when taken with etizolam.
  • Ace II inhibitors (captopril, enalapril, ramipril, fosinopril, trandolapril ) - can increase side effects of fatigue, dizziness and headaches.
  • Sodium nitroprusside (medicine for high blood pressure) - can cause central nervous depression.

Interactions with food items

  • Lam Et Tablet does not seem to react adversely with any food. Diet can be regular unless advised otherwise by your physician.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Most medicines for psychiatric illnesses like anxiety require at least 4 to 6 weeks to work to their full benefit. You may need to wait up to 4 weeks to start feeling better. Consult a physician if you do not feel better even after six weeks from the start of the medication.
Yes, Lam Et Tablet might tend to be addictive over prolonged use, especially with patients with a known history of substance abuse. Still, Lam Et Tablet has a lower tendency compared to other benzodiazepines. Nevertheless, patients should be monitored regularly while taking this medicine.
It is always advised to consult your physician before stopping any psychiatric medication. Do not change the doses/stop Lam Et Tablet without proper medical consultation.

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Brand:LAM ET

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Fulfillment Information: Lam Et 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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