Zolent 0.5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Zolent 0.5 MG Description
Zolent tablet is a prescription medication. It is most commonly used for the short term management of several mood disorders. Also, used in lowering symptoms of anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and
in patients with anxiety and depression. All these mood disorders (anxiety or panic attacks) occur due to overstimulation of the nerve cells. Zolent tablet has only one active ingredient: Alprazolam. The mode of action of the Zolent tablet is by balancing the chemical substances in the brain that slows down excessive brain activity and relaxes the overworked nervous system. The proper dosage of Zolent tablet helps relieve the symptoms of mood disorders like fear, anxiety, behaviour problems, etc. Try not to stop using these tablets abruptly as it can cause withdrawal symptoms like cramps, profuse sweating, nausea, muscle tremors, stuffy nose, etc. Hence, the dose needs to be slowly tapered. Zolent tablets can cause both physical and psychological dependence. This medicine also has the potential to be habit-forming. Tiredness, sleepiness, dry mouth, weight gain and loss are some of the side effects of the Zolent tablet. Notify your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy while using these tablets.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹25.84 |
You Save | ₹8.16 (24% on MRP) |
Contains | Alprazolam |
Uses | Anxiety, panic disorder, anxiety associated with depression |
Side effects | Lightheadedness, Blurred speech, stomach problems, Drowsiness, Dry mouth, Change in sex drive |
Therapy | ANTI-ANXIETY |
Uses of Zolent 0.5 MG
- As per CDSCO, Zolent tablets are helpful in,
- Immediate or short term management of the symptoms of an Anxiety disorder (resolves symptoms such as restlessness, irritability, tiredness, problems with focusing, etc.)
- Treatment of Panic disorders like panic attacks (helps you feel calm and improves cognitive abilities)
- Treatment for managing anxiety in patients with depression for a short duration
Contraindications of Zolent 0.5 MG
- If you have a history of an allergic reaction to any component of the Zolent tablet
- If you have been previously known to have issues with alcohol addiction or substance abuse, Zolent tablet has the potential to be habit-forming and can cause physical and psychological dependency
- If you have respiratory depression, which is a slow and steady decline in breathing
- If you have certain respiratory problems like asthma, sleep apnea, etc.
- If you have sudden dizzy spells or are at risk of falling a lot
- If you see sudden mood changes, suicidal thoughts or other harmful behaviour
- If you are using any narcotic or opioid pain relievers
- If you were diagnosed with an eye disorder, closed-angle glaucoma, this medicine could increase the fluid pressure in the eye
- Zolent tablet is not suitable for children younger than 18
Side effects of Zolent 0.5 MG
- Lightheadedness
- Blurred speech
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Weakness
- Change in sex drive
- Balancing problems
Precautions and Warnings of Zolent 0.5 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You experience suicidal thoughts after taking Zolent tablet
- You have a history of lung, kidney, or liver disease
- You are an elderly person over the age of 65. These tablets may cause serious adverse effects due to slow metabolism in elderly patients
- You have withdrawal symptoms like agitation, sweating, tremors, nausea, , and confusion. Do not stop using this medicine suddenly. The dose needs to be slowly tapered
- You are planning to have a medical or dental procedure
- You are using oral contraceptives
- You are using any vitamin, herbal, ayurvedic medicines, and supplements. Some of them can interfere with this medicine and can cause adverse effects
Mode of Action of Zolent 0.5 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Zolent 0.5 MG
- Take Zolent tablets as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not change the dose of Zolent tablet, even if you do not see its effects
- Do not try to break this tablet or chew it. Swallow the pill as a whole with a glass of water
- It is better to not take it with other medications without informing your doctor
- Do not use Zolent medicine if its packaging has been already opened
- Do not suddenly stop taking Zolent tablet, as it can cause adverse effects from withdrawal
Interactions of Zolent 0.5 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Do not use Zolent tablets with antihistamines (allergy medicines), opioid painkillers, sleeping pills, etc., as it can increase drowsiness and fatigue
- Do not take other sedatives or tranquillisers like sertraline, as it enhances the side effects
- Using Zolent tablets along with medicines like antidepressants or mood-elevating medicines like amitriptyline and imipramine can increase the side effects of the medications
- Zolent tablets can lower the effect of oral contraceptives or birth control pills. If you are not planning for a pregnancy, try to use other contraceptive methods
- If you take treatment antifungal medication like itraconazole and ketoconazole. This medicine can reduce their effects
Interactions with food items
- Avoid using a herbal product called St. John's wort, a medicinal herb that helps manage depression, with Zolent tablets
- Try to avoid taking grapefruit and its juice; it reduces the effect of Zolent medicine
Storage and disposal of Zolent 0.5 MG
Dosage of Zolent 0.5 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details

Dr. Varsha Parihar
MBBS, MD (Community Medicine)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: If I am feeling better can I stop using Zolent tablets?
Q: How long should I use Zolent tablets?
Q: Can I use Zolent tablet if I have seizures?
References
- Alprazolam: Medlineplus Drug Information [Internet]. MedlinePlus. U.S. National Library of Medicine; [cited 2022 Mar 1]. 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 Mar 1]. 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 Mar 1]. Available from:
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 2022 Mar 1]. Available from:
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