Melzap Md 0.5mg Tablet
10 Tablet(s) in StripMade by
ALKEM LABORATORIES LTD
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TABLET
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Product Summary
| Salt Content | Clonazepam(0.5 Mg) |
| Uses | Anxiety disorder, seizure disorder, comorbid depression, panic disorder |
| Therapy | Anti-epileptic, anti-anxiety |
| Side effects | Dizziness, fatigue, memory problems, confusion, depression, blurred vision, muscle pain, difficulty speaking, increased salivation, suicidal thoughts Dizziness, fatigue, memory problems, confusion, depression, blurred vision, muscle pain, difficulty speaking, increased salivation, suicidal thoughts |
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Medical Description
Uses
- As per CDSCO and USFDA, Melzap Md tablets are used in treating symptoms associated with the treatment and management of many psychological conditions such as
- Major depressive disorder (MDD)
- Anxiety disorder, and Panic disorders (both are types of mood disorders)
- Comorbid depression (depression associated with other chronic disorders)
- Epileptic conditions such as myoclonic and akinetic seizures
- Absent seizure (when all other medicines have failed)
Contraindications
- If you have a known hypersensitive reaction to any component of Melzap Md medicine,
- If you are seeing sudden mood changes and self-harming or suicidal thoughts,
- If you have a previous history of drug or alcohol abuse/addiction
- If you have any respiratory diseases or lung conditions such as asthma or chronic pulmonary lung disease (COPD)
- If you have severe liver disease
- If you are diagnosed with Porphyria, a red blood cell-related disorder
- If you have an eye disorder such as narrow-angle glaucoma, this medicine will increase the fluid pressure inside the eye
Side effects
- Memory impairment
- Double vision
- Difficulty talking
- Excess salivation
- Suicidal thoughts
- Trouble breathing
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You need to do anything that requires steady focus; this medicine can cause difficulties with concentration
- You are an older patient over 65 years of age. Melzap Md tablets can cause exaggerated side effects due to slow metabolism
- You've withdrawal signs such as sweating, stuffy nose, vomiting, nausea, etc. The dose of the Melzap Md tablet needs to be slowly tapered
- You have surgery or a dental procedure planned
- You notice any adverse effects that are persistent or get worsen in time
- You are obese. The dose needs to be monitored
- You have a kidney condition
Directions for Use
- Take the Melzap Md tablet as advised by your doctor in the prescribed dosage
- Do not take more tablets or increase the dosage, even if you cannot notice their effects
- You can take Melzap Md medicine with or without having food
- Try to swallow the whole tablet with a glass of water without breaking or chewing it
- Tell your doctor if you want to take other medications with the Melzap Md tablet
- If the package of this tablet is already opened, do not take it.
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Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Notify your doctor if you use sedatives or antidepressant pills such as MAO inhibitors before taking Melzap Md medicine. The reactions between these medicines can cause serious unwanted effects. So a gap of a minimum of 14 days should be maintained if you want to use any of them
- If you are using the Melzap Md tablet, inform your doctor if you are in pain or have a fever. But do not self-medicate on opioid or narcotic pain relievers (such as codeine, oxycodone, fentanyl, tramadol, etc.), anti-allergy medicine, cold or cough medicine with this tablet as it can cause extreme drowsiness
- The dose of Melzap Md tablets may need some adjustments with antibiotics, antifungals, HIV medicine, etc. As these medications can alter the effectiveness of Melzap Md tablet
- Melzap Md tablet has a lot of interactions with other medications, so notify your doctor about your entire medical history. Be cautious while taking other medicines with Melzap Md tablets.
Interactions with food items
- It is always better to avoid coffee, energy drinks, and cola. Also, try to avoid eating lots of chocolate. All these products have high amounts of caffeine. It is a central nervous system stimulant and will lower the calming effects of the Melzap Md tablet
- Do not consume a lot of grapefruit juice if you use Melzap Md tablets as it will increase the levels of Melzap Md medication in the blood
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Manufacturer Details
Brand:MELZAP MD
Manufacturer Name:ALKEM LABORATORIES LTD
Address:<p>1. Alkem Laboratories Limited, Devashish Building, Alkem House, Senapati Bapat Road, Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400 013.</p>
Country of Origin:India
Vendor Details
Fulfillment Information: Melzap Md 0.5 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.
References:
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