Etizolam 1 mg tab.

 Etizolam 1 mg tab is used in the treatment of anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and insomnia.

The action taken by this medicine is increasing the action of a chemical messenger(GABA) which suppresses the excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain. People suffering from this disease sometimes have a sudden feeling of fear even when there is no real danger. The sufferer also has a sudden fast heartbeat, and will also experience some mood swings. Etizolam 1 mg tab reduces anxiety and induces sleep as it increases the activity of GABA. You should only take it after consultation with your doctor.

If you are allergic to any of its ingredients then its intake should be avoided as it may cause harmful side effects. This medicine should never be taken if you are consuming opioids as it can lead to harmful consequences and could be life-threatening for patients suffering from severe asthma. The dosage and duration should be according to the doctor’s prescription and overdose of it should be avoided as it may lead to rhabdomyolysis (the breakdown of muscle tissue) and hypothermia (a dangerous drop in body temperature). Elders should take this medicine cautiously to avoid muscle weakness and drowsiness.

Uses Of Etizolam 1 mg tab

• Treatment of anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and insomnia.

Precautions

• Alcohol consumption should be avoided when you are taking Etizolam 1 mg tab as it may cause dizziness and other side effects.
• If you are pregnant then you should consult your doctor as its safety is unknown when someone is pregnant.
• If you are breastfeeding then you should consult your doctor as its safety is unknown when someone is breastfeeding.
• Etizolam 1 mg tab may cause drowsiness so driving any machinery should be avoided unless you are fully alert.
• If you are having a history of liver disease then you should inform your doctor as dosage adjustment might be required.
• If you are having a history of kidney disease then you should inform your doctor as dosage adjustment might be required.
• It is not known whether it is safe for children to take Etizolam 1 mg tab. Please consult your doctor before giving it to your children.
• If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of  Etizolam 1 mg tab then the intake of this medicine should be avoided.

Side Effects Of  Etizolam 1 mg tab

• Altered libido
• Confusion
• Depression
• Drowsiness
• Fainting
• Headache
• Muscle coordination impaired
• Muscle weakness
• Sedation
•  Slurred speech
• Tremors
• Visual impairment

Directions Of Use

• Etizolam 1 mg tab could be taken with or without food as per the doctor’s prescription. The medicine should not be crushed or chewed and needed to be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.

FAQs

Q. What happens if you stop taking Etizolam 1 mg tab suddenly?

Ans. Stopping Etizolam 1 mg tab suddenly may cause withdrawal symptoms which may include anxiety, insomnia, headache, dizziness, ringing sound in the ear (tinnitus), eating disorder (anorexia), vomiting, nausea, tremor, weakness, excessive sweating (perspiration), irritability, hypersensitivity to visual and auditory stimuli. Stopping the medicine suddenly may also cause palpitations, a fast heart rate, and postural hypotension (drop in blood pressure on standing). In severe and rare cases of withdrawal from high doses, patients may develop seizures, mental disorders (psychosis), agitation, confusion, and hallucinations.

Q. How long does Etizolam 1 mg tab take to work?

Ans. Oral doses of Etizolam 1 mg tab begin working within 30-60 minutes and peak at 3-4 hours. The medicine remains in the body for 6-8 hours although higher doses can last longer.

Q. Is Etizolam 1 mg tab a muscle relaxant?

Ans. Yes, like benzodiazepines, it causes muscle relaxation, but otherwise, it is mainly used for anxiety.

Q. Is Etizolam 1 mg tab good for sleep?

Ans. Like other benzodiazepines, it causes sleepiness but is mainly used for anxiety disorder. It increases total sleep time and decreases the proportion of rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, wherein your eyes move quickly in different directions. Etizolam 1 mg tab had no effect on sleep latency (the amount of time it takes you to go from being fully awake to being asleep).

Q. Is Etizolam 1 mg tab an antidepressant?

Ans.No, Etizolam 1 mg tab is not an antidepressant. It is used for the treatment of generalized anxiety disorder with depressive symptoms. But, it may affect the patient’s mood.