Petril 2mg Tablets
Petril 2 MG Description
Petril Tablets is a medicine used to treat epilepsy, seizures, and anxiety disorders. The main salt in this medicine is clonazepam, an anticonvulsant drug. The most common way of consuming this table
t is through the oral route- swallowed with water. Epilepsy is a condition in which there is an unusual activity of neurons in the brain. Fits, seizures and abnormal behaviour characterise this condition. The main side effects include- drowsiness, behaviour changes, nausea, sleep uneasiness, etc. However, it is to be noted that these effects start with the initial doses and happen to subside as the course of the treatment goes into later stages. The dose of this medicine starts at a lower dose and then gradually increases. Petril Tablets is a prescription medicine and should never be taken without consultation with the doctor. This medicine should always be taken at the same time every day. One should neither take the overdose nor skip any dose during the ongoing treatment.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹103.84 |
You Save | ₹14.16 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Clonazepam(2.0 Mg) |
Uses | Anxiety, epilepsy, depression |
Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, dizziness, mild discomfort |
Therapy | ANTI-EPILEPTIC |
Uses of Petril 2 MG
- Epilepsy
- Anxiety
- Panic attacks
- Social phobia
Contraindications of Petril 2 MG
- This medicine should not be taken in the following conditions or diseases-
- Kidney disorders
- Lung disease
- Liver diseases
- Porphyria
- Sleep disorders
- Glaucoma (eye disease)
- Breathing difficulties/lung insufficiency
- Patients with a history of suicide attacks or depression
- Degenerations in the spine or cerebellum (a part of the brain)
- Drug addicts
Side effects of Petril 2 MG
- Restlessness
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Vomiting
- Fatigue
Precautions and Warnings of Petril 2 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You’re planning to get pregnant while taking medicines.
- You feel too dependent on it since it is a habit-forming medicine.
- You experience that side effects persist for the long term.
- You start feeling better, do not stop this medicine suddenly.
- You are suffering from obesity, be extra cautious while taking this medicine.
Mode of Action of Petril 2 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Petril 2 MG
- Petril Tablets Directions for Use(List)
- It should be swallowed as a whole- orally with water.
- It can be taken with or without food, depending upon the instructions from the doctor.
- It must be taken at the same time every day.
- It should not be stopped abruptly, even if the patient starts to feel better after some time.
- It shouldn’t be taken without consulting a doctor.
- It should only be terminated after discussing the benefits and consequences of Petril Tablets with the doctor.
- It is not suitable for children and young adults below 18 years.
- The dose of the medicine depends upon the severity of the condition, which the doctor best judges.
Interactions of Petril 2 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Antibiotics like erythromycin, itraconazole, doxycycline.- increase blood levels of petril tablet leading to signs of overdose
- Medications for asthma- e.g., theophylline. - increase blood levels of petril tablet leading to signs of overdose
- Other sleep-inducing medicines.- increased effects of petril tablet leading to signs of overdose
- Medicines for the heart- verapamil. - increase blood levels of petril tablet leading to signs of overdose
- If the patient is already taking any form of medicine- herbal, homoeopathy or any other alternative medicine, they should always inform their doctor before starting the medicine.
Interactions with food items
- Try to keep your caffeine intake in check while taking Petril tablets.
- Petril Tablet can be taken with or without food. But the medicine must be taken same time every day.
Storage and disposal of Petril 2 MG
Dosage of Petril 2 MG
Overdose
- It is advised to take Petril tablets only after consulting a doctor. The dose varies from person to person. Overdose can cause severe and irreversible damages to the mind and body. It is highly recommended not to take it in higher doses than prescribed....
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Content Details
Dr. Tanya Gupta
BDS (Bachelor’s in Dental Surgery), MPH (Masters in Public Health)
Dr. Vijay Y
MBBS, MD in Clinical Pharmacology
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How much time does the medicine Petril Tablets take to show its effect?
Q: Is Petril Tablets a habit-forming medicine?
Q: Can I stop taking Petril Tablets if I start to feel better?
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