food interaction for Alep Tablet

alcohol interaction for Alep Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Alep Tablet

lactation interaction for Alep Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Alep 0.25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Alep 0.25mg Tablet.
UNSAFE
Alep 0.25mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Alep 0.25mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Alep 0.25mg Tablet

Alprazolam(0.25mg)

Alep tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of Anxiety and Panic disorder.

How alep tablet works

Alep 0.25mg Tablet is a benzodiazepine. It works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger (GABA) which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Common side effects of alep tablet

Lightheadedness, Drowsiness

SUBSTITUTES FOR Alep Tablet

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Expert advice FOR Alep Tablet

  • The addiction / habit-forming potential of this medicine is very high. Take it only as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor
  • It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol as it may increase dizziness and drowsiness.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
  • Do not stop taking medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as that may lead to nausea, anxiety, agitation, flu-like symptoms, sweating, tremor, and confusion.

Frequently asked questions FOR Alep 0.25mg Tablet

Alprazolam

Q. What is Alep 0.25mg Tablet used for?
Alep 0.25mg Tablet is used to relieve excess (moderate to severe) anxiety and to treat anxiety associated with depression. It is not to be used for mild anxiety associated with the stress of day to day life situations.
Q. Is Alep 0.25mg Tablet safe?
Alep 0.25mg Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. Is Alep 0.25mg Tablet addictive (habit-forming)?
Yes, the use of Alep 0.25mg Tablet has addictive potential. Its use is associated with the risk of addiction for physical or psychological effects. The abrupt discontinuation of Alep 0.25mg Tablet is therefore not advised to avoid serious withdrawal symptoms.
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Q. Is Alep 0.25mg Tablet an opioid?
No, Alep 0.25mg Tablet is not an opioid, it belongs to a class of substances called benzodiazepines.
Q. Is Alep 0.25mg Tablet an anti-depressant?
No, Alep 0.25mg Tablet is not an anti-depressant. It is used to relieve excess anxiety and to treat anxiety associated with depression.
Q. Is Alep 0.25mg Tablet a narcotic substance?
No, Alep 0.25mg Tablet is not a narcotic substance. It belongs to the class of medicines known as benzodiazepines and is used for the treatment of anxiety.
Q. Can I take Alep 0.25mg Tablet for a hangover?
No, Alep 0.25mg Tablet is not indicated for managing a hangover. Rather, Alep 0.25mg Tablet should not be taken with alcohol as both the substances can cause excessive sleep (sedation) and depress your brain.
Q. Can I take Alep 0.25mg Tablet for anxiety?
Yes, Alep 0.25mg Tablet is used to relieve excess (moderate to severe) anxiety and to treat anxiety associated with depression. It is not recommended for mild anxiety associated with the stress of day to day life situations.
Q. Does Alep 0.25mg Tablet reduce blood pressure?
Lowering of blood pressure is seen if you take more than the prescribed dose of Alep 0.25mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive fall in blood pressure while you are taking Alep 0.25mg Tablet.
Q. Does Alep 0.25mg Tablet make you sleepy?
Yes, Alep 0.25mg Tablet makes you sleepy. Sedation (sleepiness) is a very common side effect of Alep 0.25mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you are prescribed Alep 0.25mg Tablet and your work requires you to remain alerted or you drive yourself as it may affect your driving.
Q. Does Alep 0.25mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Change in weight (both weight gain and weight loss) has been reported as a common side effect with Alep 0.25mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you experience a disproportionate change in weight when you are taking Alep 0.25mg Tablet.
Q. Can I take Alep 0.25mg Tablet with hydrocodone?
Alep 0.25mg Tablet should not be taken with hydrocodone. Alep 0.25mg Tablet belong to a class of medicines called benzodiazepines and hydrocodone belongs to the class of medicines called opioids. Both the classes cause sedation (increased tendency to sleep) and respiratory depression (slow and difficult breathing). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Alep 0.25mg Tablet with paracetamol?
No, interactions have been reported between Alep 0.25mg Tablet and paracetamol. However, this does not mean that no interactions exist. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Alep 0.25mg Tablet for the rest of my life?
No, Alep 0.25mg Tablet should be taken only for a prescribed duration at prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.

Content on this page was last updated on 21 December, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)