Restyl 1mg Tablet
Restyl 1 MG Description
Restyl tablet is used for short-term management of panic disorder, anxiety disorder, and anxiety in patients with depressive disorder. It has a single active ingredient: alprazolam. It belongs to a c
lass of medicines that reduce anxiety. This class of medicines works by balancing the chemical substances in the brain that slow down the excessive brain activity and relaxes the overworked nervous system. Anxiety or panic attacks occur due to overstimulation of the nerve cells. The proper dosage of Restyl tablets helps in relieving these conditions. Take this medication in the exact dose prescribed by the doctor as it can cause various adverse effects like drowsiness, fatigue, etc. It can also be habit-forming. It can cause physical as well as psychological dependence. Take this medication at the same time daily, as it helps in maintaining a constant dose in the body. Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly as it can cause withdrawal symptoms like cramps, sweating, vomiting, tremors, stuffy nose, etc. The dose should be slowly tapered. It can cause weight gain and weight loss; it depends on the individual and varies from person to person.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹42.06 |
You Save | ₹5.73 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Alprazolam(1.0 Mg) |
Uses | Anxiety, panic disorder, anxiety associated with depression. |
Side effects | Lightheadedness, Blurred speech, Drowsiness, Dry mouth, Fatigue, Change in sex drive, Balancing problems, Suicidal thoughts, Hallucinations, Memory problems, Jaundice, Seizures. |
Therapy | ANTI-ANXIETY |
Uses of Restyl 1 MG
- As per CDSCO, Restyl tablets are helpful in,
- Short-term management of the symptoms of Anxiety disorder (restlessness, irritability, fatigue, concentration problems, etc.)
- Treatment of Panic disorder like panic attacks (helps you feel calm, and improves cognitive abilities.)
- Short-term treatment for regulating anxiety in patients diagnosed with depression.
Contraindications of Restyl 1 MG
- If you have an allergy to any component of the Restyl tablet.
- If you have a history of addiction to alcohol or substance abuse, this medicine has potential to cause physical and psychological dependency.
- If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, this can cause congenital disabilities in the developing unborn babies.
- If you are breastfeeding, Restyl can have adverse effects on newborn babies.
- If you experience sudden mood changes, suicidal or other harmful thoughts.
- If you take any narcotic or opioid pain relievers.
- If you have a seizure disorder and are taking antiepileptic medication.
- If you are diagnosed with closed-angle glaucoma, an eye disorder, this medicine can increase the fluid pressure in the eye.
- If you are a child younger than 18 years old.
- If you have breathing problems like asthma, sleep apnea, etc.
- If you are at risk of falling a lot or having sudden dizziness.
Side effects of Restyl 1 MG
- Lightheadedness
- Blurred speech
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Fatigue
- Weakness
- Dizziness
- Change in sex drive
- Balancing problems
Precautions and Warnings of Restyl 1 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have any previous lung, kidney, or liver disease.
- You conceive or are planning a pregnancy during the course of medication.
- You are using oral contraceptives.
- You are an elderly patient over the age of 65 years. High doses of Restyl tablets may cause serious adverse effects due to slow metabolism in elderly patients.
- You are going to have a medical or dental procedure.
- You have withdrawal symptoms like sweating, tremors, nausea, agitation, and confusion. Do not stop using this medicine suddenly. The dose needs to be slowly tapered.
- You are using any vitamin, ayurvedic, herbal medicines, and supplements. Some can interfere with this medicine and can cause adverse effects.
Mode of Action of Restyl 1 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Restyl 1 MG
- Take the Restyl tablet exactly as prescribed by the doctor.
- You can take this tablet with or without eating.
- Do not exceed the dosage of Restyl tablets, even if you cannot feel its effects.
- Take Restyl tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not chew or break it into pieces or chew.
- Do not take Restyl tablets with other medications without informing your doctor.
- Do not take if the package of Restyl tablet has been already opened.
Interactions of Restyl 1 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Restyl tablet can reduce the effects of antifungal medication, like itraconazole and ketoconazole.
- If you are currently taking antidepressants or mood-elevating medicines like fluoxetine and desipramine. Using this medicine can cause increased side effects.
- Restyl tablets can reduce the effect of oral contraceptives or birth control pills.
- Do not mix Restyl tablets with antihistamines (allergy medicines), opioid painkillers, sleeping pills, etc., as it can increase drowsiness and fatigue.
- Do not take other sedatives like sertraline with Restyl tablets, as it enhances the side effects.
Interactions with food items
- Avoid having grapefruit and its juice, as it reduces the effect of this medicine.
- Avoid taking St John’s wort, a medicinal herb for depression with Restyl tablets.
Storage and disposal of Restyl 1 MG
Dosage of Restyl 1 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Varsha Parihar
MBBS, MD (Community Medicine)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I use a Restyl tablet for depression?
Q: Can I use a Restyl tablet if I have seizures?
Q: Can I use the Restyl tablet safely for a long duration?
References
- Alprazolam: Medlineplus Drug Information [Internet]. MedlinePlus. U.S. National Library of Medicine; [cited 2022 Jan 21]. Available from:
- Ait-Daoud N, Hamby AS, Sharma S, Blevins D. A review of Alprazolam use, misuse, and withdrawal [Internet]. Journal of addiction medicine. U.S. National Library of Medicine; 2018 [cited 2022 Jan 21]. Available from:`
- Singh T, Rajput MI. Alprazolam as a monotherapy for anxiety and depression [Internet]. Psychiatry (Edgmont (Pa. : Township)). Matrix Medical Communications; 2005 [cited 2022 Jan 21]. Available from:
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 2022 Jan 21]. Available from:
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