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Alprazolam
Latest prescription information about Alprazolam. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Alprazolam
Pronunciation : (al pray zoe iam)
Therapeutic Classification : Anxiolytics, Sedatives And Hypnotics
ICD Code : Y47.5
Trade Name(s): India- Aaram Tab, Alamflu Tab, Alap Tab, Aleez Srtab, Alep Tab, Alep-Sr Tab, Alfresh Tab, Alltop Tab, Alltop-P Tab, Alltop-S Tab, Alnaprazol Tab, Alp Tab, Alpam Tab, Alparazole Tab, Alp-Ft Tab, Alp-Ftd Tab, Alpkair Tab, Alpose Tab, Alpra Tab, Alpraday Tab, Alpradol-Md Tab, Alpraquil Sr-Tab, Alpraquil Tab, Alprax Forte Cap, Alprax Plus Cap, Alprax Tab, Alprax-Mt Tab, Alprax-Sr Tab, Alprax-Z 0.25 Tab, Alprax-Z 0.5 Tab, Alprazolam Tab, Alprine Plus Tab, Alprine-H Tab, Alprocontin Cr-Tab, Alprose Tab, Alprosym Tab, Alrif Tab, Alrif-Xr Tab, Altalin Tab, Altome Tab, Alzex Forte Tab, Alzex Plus Tab, Alzex Sr-Tab, Alzex Tab, Alzoact Tab, Alzocum Tab, Alzocum-Sr Tab, Alzokam Sr-Tab, Alzokam Tab, Alzolam Sr-Tab, Alzolam Tab, Alzolam-Sr Tab, Alzomax Tab, Alzopax Tab, Alzopax-Xr Extentab, Alzot Sr-Tab, Alzy Tab, Ambulax Tab, Ambulax-Hd Tab, Ambulax-M Tab, Anax Tab, Anxicalm Tab, Anxico Tab, Anxit Forte Tab, Anxit Plus Tab, Anxit Sr-Tab, Anxit Tab, Anxorel Cr-Tab, Anxyl Tab, Anzal Sr-Tab, Anzi Sr-Tab, Anzi Tab, Anzilum Tab, Anzi-P Tab, Atam Tab, Ateez Tab, Ateez-F Tab, Atrest Tab, Avizolam Tab, Azo-F Tab, Azo-O Tab, Azo-P Tab, Azo-S Tab, Azox Sr-Tab, Azox Tab, Balmusa Tab, Balmusa-D Tab, Balmusa-Plus Film-Coated Tab, Belfa Tab, Berest Tab, Besquil Tab, Bio Zolam Tab, Bliz Md Tab, Calmtec Tab, Calmtec-P Tab, Cam Plus Tab, Censir Forte Tab, Cooltime Tab, Coral-F Tab, Dalp Tab, Dalp-La Tab, Dazolam Tab, Dazolam-F Tab, Dazolam-P Tab, Dazolam-S Tab, Destres Tab, Dexolam Tab, Eci Tab, Eurelax Tab, Eurolam Sr-Tab, Eurolam Tab, F.A.D Sr-Tab, F.A.D Tab, Finezol Tab, Fludep Plus Tab, Flumusa Tab, Hiprazole Sr-Tab, Hiprazole Tab. International- Xanax, Xanax XR, Niravam. Why it is prescribed (Indications) : This medication is a benzodiazepine, prescribed for anxiety and panic disorders. It reduces the nervous tension by slowing down the movement of chemicals in the brain When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): Contraindicated in patients with increased eye pressure, who are taking itraconazole or ketoconazole and hypersensitivity.
Dosage & When it is to be taken : The starting dose for treating anxiety is 0.25-0.5 mg, 3 times daily using immediate release tablets. The dose may be increased every 3-4 days to a maximum dose of 4 mg daily. The starting dose for treating panic attacks is 0.5 mg, 3 times daily. Doses can be increased every 3-4 days but by no more than 1 mg daily. The effective dose for preventing panic attacks may be as high as 6 mg daily. How it should be taken : It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food. Warnings and Precautions : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of asthma or other respiratory diseases, kidney or liver impairment, depression, suicidal thoughts, alcohol addiction, increased eye pressure, who are taking other medications, any allergy, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * It may decrease alertness and coordination. Do not drive a car or operate dangerous machinery while taking this medication. * Avoid alcohol consumption. * Avoid grape fruit or grape fruit juice consumption while taking this medication. Side Effects : Central Nervous System - Drowsiness, lightheadedness, depression, headache, confusion, sleeplessness, nervousness, fainting, dizziness and tiredness. Gastrointestinal - Dry mouth, constipation, diarrhea, nausea/vomiting and increased salivation. Heart - Fast heart rate and low blood pressure. Eye - Blurred vision. Musculoskeletal - Rigidity and tremor. Skin - Skin inflammation and allergy. Miscellaneous - Nose congestion and weight gain/loss. * Avoid abrupt withdrawal of this medication. *Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at room temperature and in an airtight container. Keep away from light and children. |
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