Alprozam 1mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Alprozam 1mg Tablet

Alprazolam(1mg)

food interaction for Alprozam Tablet

alcohol interaction for Alprozam Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Alprozam Tablet

lactation interaction for Alprozam Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Alprozam 1mg 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 Alprozam 1mg Tablet.
UNSAFE
Alprozam 1mg 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
Alprozam 1mg 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 Alprozam 1mg Tablet

Alprazolam(1mg)

Alprozam tablet uses

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

How alprozam tablet works

Alprozam 1mg 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 alprozam tablet

Lightheadedness, Drowsiness

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Expert advice FOR Alprozam 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 Alprozam 1mg Tablet

Alprazolam

Q. What is Alprozam 1mg Tablet used for?
Alprozam 1mg 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 Alprozam 1mg Tablet safe?
Alprozam 1mg Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. Is Alprozam 1mg Tablet addictive (habit-forming)?
Yes, the use of Alprozam 1mg Tablet has addictive potential. Its use is associated with the risk of addiction for physical or psychological effects. The abrupt discontinuation of Alprozam 1mg Tablet is therefore not advised to avoid serious withdrawal symptoms.
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Q. Is Alprozam 1mg Tablet an opioid?
No, Alprozam 1mg Tablet is not an opioid, it belongs to a class of substances called benzodiazepines.
Q. Is Alprozam 1mg Tablet an anti-depressant?
No, Alprozam 1mg Tablet is not an anti-depressant. It is used to relieve excess anxiety and to treat anxiety associated with depression.
Q. Is Alprozam 1mg Tablet a narcotic substance?
No, Alprozam 1mg 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 Alprozam 1mg Tablet for a hangover?
No, Alprozam 1mg Tablet is not indicated for managing a hangover. Rather, Alprozam 1mg Tablet should not be taken with alcohol as both the substances can cause excessive sleep (sedation) and depress your brain.
Q. Can I take Alprozam 1mg Tablet for anxiety?
Yes, Alprozam 1mg 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 Alprozam 1mg Tablet reduce blood pressure?
Lowering of blood pressure is seen if you take more than the prescribed dose of Alprozam 1mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive fall in blood pressure while you are taking Alprozam 1mg Tablet.
Q. Does Alprozam 1mg Tablet make you sleepy?
Yes, Alprozam 1mg Tablet makes you sleepy. Sedation (sleepiness) is a very common side effect of Alprozam 1mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you are prescribed Alprozam 1mg Tablet and your work requires you to remain alerted or you drive yourself as it may affect your driving.
Q. Does Alprozam 1mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Change in weight (both weight gain and weight loss) has been reported as a common side effect with Alprozam 1mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you experience a disproportionate change in weight when you are taking Alprozam 1mg Tablet.
Q. Can I take Alprozam 1mg Tablet with hydrocodone?
Alprozam 1mg Tablet should not be taken with hydrocodone. Alprozam 1mg 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 Alprozam 1mg Tablet with paracetamol?
No, interactions have been reported between Alprozam 1mg 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 Alprozam 1mg Tablet for the rest of my life?
No, Alprozam 1mg 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)