Lam Plus Tablet
Lam Plus Tablet Description
The Lam plus tablet is a prescription drug for treating anxiety disorder. It containes two active ingredients: Alprazolam 0.25 mg and propranolol 20 mg. Alprazolam is a class of benzodiazepines that
works by balancing the brain’s chemical substances that slow down brain activity and relax the overworked nervous system. Propranolol is a beta blocker, which reduces the strain on the heart and blood vessels. Anxiety in mood disorders occurs due to overstimulation of the nerves. The proper dosage of the Lam plus tablets helps in relieving these symptoms. It also reduces heart rate and blood pressure in patients suffering from anxiety. Take this medication in the exact dose prescribed by the doctor as it can cause various adverse effects like drowsiness, fatigue etc. Dosage is also important for the Lam plus tablet, as it can have habit forming potential. Take this medicine simultaneously each day, as it helps maintain a constant dose in the body. Do not stop taking this medicine as it can cause withdrawal symptoms like cramps, sweating, vomiting, tremors, etc. It should be slowly tapered. This medicine can cause suicidal thoughts and tendencies.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹34.51 |
You Save | ₹6.09 (15% on MRP) |
Contains | Alprazolam(0.25 Mg) + Propranolol(20.0 Mg) |
Uses | Anxiety, panic disorder |
Side effects | Lightheadedness, Blurred speech, Drowsiness, Dry mouth, Fatigue, Weakness, Dizziness, slow heart rate, Balancing problems, Suicidal thoughts, Hallucinations, Speech difficulties, Memory problems, Trouble walking, Jaundice, Seizures. |
Therapy | ANTI-ANXIETY |
Uses of Lam Plus Tablet
- Lam plus tablet is used is managing the symptoms of anxiety disorder, panic attack, and panic disorder.
Contraindications of Lam Plus Tablet
Side effects of Lam Plus Tablet
- Diarrhoea
- Blurred vision
- Drowsiness
- Heartburn
- Fatigue
- Cold extremities
- Swelling of face and limbs
- Slow heart rate
Precautions and Warnings of Lam Plus Tablet
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You are planning to get pregnant, inform your doctor.
- Monitor your blood sugar, as the lam plus tablet can alter blood glucose levels.
- If you are an athlete, this drug should not be taken while participating in sports events.
- If you are an older adult, this increases the risk of sedation.
- If you use any vitamin, herbal medicines and supplements, it can interfere with this drug.
- If you are going to have any medical or dental procedure, inform your doctor.
- If you have withdrawal symptoms like sweating, tremors, nausea, agitation, and confusion, consult your doctor.
- If you have a kidney or liver condition, inform your doctor.
Mode of Action of Lam Plus Tablet
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Lam Plus Tablet
- Take the Lam plus tablet exactly as prescribed by the doctor.
- Do not exceed the dosage, even if you cannot feel its effects.
- Do not break this tablet or chew it.
- Take the tablet whole with a glass of water.
- Do not take if the package has been opened.
- Do not suddenly stop taking this medication, as it can have adverse effects.
- Do not take it with other medications without informing your doctor.
Interactions of Lam Plus Tablet
Interactions with other medicines
- If you are taking antidepressant or mood-elevating medicines, when mixed with the Lam plus tablets, it can cause adverse effects.
- The Lam plus tablets can reduce the effectiveness of oral contraceptives or birth control pills.
- Do not mix Lam plus tablets with antihistamines, cough medicine, sleeping pills, and other sleep-inducing medicines, as it can increase drowsiness, fatigue, etc.
Interactions with food items
- Avoid taking grapefruit and its juice. It reduces the effect of Lam Plus Tablet.
Storage and disposal of Lam Plus Tablet
Dosage of Lam Plus Tablet
Overdose
- The Lam plus tablet overdose can cause symptoms like drowsiness, slow heartbeat, loss of consciousness, problems with coordination, confusion, difficulty speaking, yellowing of eyes and skin, and seizures. If you overdose on this medicine and experience any of these symptoms, immediately seek emergency medical treatment from a nearby hospital....
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Content Details
Dr. Vijay Y
MBBS, MD in Clinical Pharmacology
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I stop taking the Lam plus tablet if I feel better?
Q: Can I get drug dependency tendencies if I use the Lam plus tablet?
- Use of the Lam plus tablet may cause habit-forming tendencies if the usage is for an extended period. In such cases, this medicine is only used for shorter duration and only if it is necessary. Monitoring the dose of this medicine is suggested....