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Alpro 20mg Tablet

Medicross Pharmaceuticals

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Composition FOR Alpro 20mg Tablet

Alprazolam(20mg)

food interaction for Alpro Tablet

alcohol interaction for Alpro Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Alpro Tablet

lactation interaction for Alpro Tablet

food

alcohol

pregnancy

lactation

Alpro 20mg 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 Alpro 20mg Tablet.

UNSAFE

Alpro 20mg 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

Alpro 20mg 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 Alpro 20mg Tablet

Alprazolam(20mg)

Alpro tablet uses

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

How alpro tablet works

Alpro 20mg 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 alpro tablet

Lightheadedness, Drowsiness

SUBSTITUTES FOR Alpro Tablet

No substitutes found

Expert advice FOR Alpro 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 Alpro 20mg Tablet

Alprazolam

Q. What is Alpro 20mg Tablet used for?

Alpro 20mg 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 Alpro 20mg Tablet safe?

Alpro 20mg Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

Q. Is Alpro 20mg Tablet addictive (habit-forming)?

Yes, the use of Alpro 20mg Tablet has addictive potential. Its use is associated with the risk of addiction for physical or psychological effects. The abrupt discontinuation of Alpro 20mg Tablet is therefore not advised to avoid serious withdrawal symptoms.

Q. Is Alpro 20mg Tablet an opioid?

No, Alpro 20mg Tablet is not an opioid, it belongs to a class of substances called benzodiazepines.

Q. Is Alpro 20mg Tablet an anti-depressant?

No, Alpro 20mg Tablet is not an anti-depressant. It is used to relieve excess anxiety and to treat anxiety associated with depression.

Q. Is Alpro 20mg Tablet a narcotic substance?

No, Alpro 20mg 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 Alpro 20mg Tablet for a hangover?

No, Alpro 20mg Tablet is not indicated for managing a hangover. Rather, Alpro 20mg Tablet should not be taken with alcohol as both the substances can cause excessive sleep (sedation) and depress your brain.

Q. Can I take Alpro 20mg Tablet for anxiety?

Yes, Alpro 20mg 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 Alpro 20mg Tablet reduce blood pressure?

Lowering of blood pressure is seen if you take more than the prescribed dose of Alpro 20mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive fall in blood pressure while you are taking Alpro 20mg Tablet.

Q. Does Alpro 20mg Tablet make you sleepy?

Yes, Alpro 20mg Tablet makes you sleepy. Sedation (sleepiness) is a very common side effect of Alpro 20mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you are prescribed Alpro 20mg Tablet and your work requires you to remain alerted or you drive yourself as it may affect your driving.

Q. Does Alpro 20mg Tablet cause weight gain?

Change in weight (both weight gain and weight loss) has been reported as a common side effect with Alpro 20mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you experience a disproportionate change in weight when you are taking Alpro 20mg Tablet.

Q. Can I take Alpro 20mg Tablet with hydrocodone?

Alpro 20mg Tablet should not be taken with hydrocodone. Alpro 20mg 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 Alpro 20mg Tablet with paracetamol?

No, interactions have been reported between Alpro 20mg 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 Alpro 20mg Tablet for the rest of my life?

No, Alpro 20mg Tablet should be taken only for a prescribed duration at prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.