Etinap 1mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Etinap 1mg Tablet

Etizolam(1mg)

food interaction for Etinap Tablet

alcohol interaction for Etinap Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Etinap Tablet

lactation interaction for Etinap Tablet

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Etinap 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
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Etinap 1mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Etinap 1mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Etinap 1mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Etinap 1mg Tablet

Etizolam(1mg)

Etinap tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of insomnia and short term anxiety.

How etinap tablet works

Etinap 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 etinap tablet

Decreased appetite

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Expert advice FOR Etinap Tablet

  • Take it as per the dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
  • Etizolam 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.
  • Do not take this medicine if you have a history of drug addiction or drug abuse.
  • 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, tremors, and confusion.

Frequently asked questions FOR Etinap 1mg Tablet

Etizolam

Q. Does Etinap 1mg Tablet have abuse potential?
Yes, several reports mention the abuse potential of Etinap 1mg Tablet. Therefore, it should be used with caution in patients prone to drug abuse.
Q. What are the advantages of Etinap 1mg Tablet over other benzodiazepines (BZDs)?
As compared to other benzodiazepines, Etinap 1mg Tablet has lesser sedative effects, lower dependence, and lower tolerance. However, long-term use can reduce the effectiveness of the medicine and may cause dependence and addiction.
Q. What happens if you stop taking Etinap 1mg Tablet suddenly?
Stopping Etinap 1mg Tablet suddenly may cause withdrawal symptoms, which may include anxiety, insomnia, headache, dizziness, ringing sound in the ear (tinnitus), eating disorder (anorexia), vomiting, nausea, tremors, 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.
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Q. Is Etinap 1mg Tablet a muscle relaxant?
Yes, like other benzodiazepines, it causes muscle relaxation, but otherwise, it is mainly used for anxiety.
Q. Is Etinap 1mg Tablet good for sleep?
Like other benzodiazepines, it causes sleepiness but is mainly used for anxiety disorders. It increases total sleep time and decreases the proportion of rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, wherein your eyes move quickly in different directions. Etinap 1mg Tablet does not affect sleep latency (the amount of time it takes you to go from being fully awake to being asleep).
Q. Is Etinap 1mg Tablet an antidepressant?
No, Etinap 1mg Tablet is not an antidepressant. It is used for the treatment of generalized anxiety disorder with depressive symptoms. However, it may affect the patient's mood.

Content on this page was last updated on 07 May, 2025, by Dr. Rajeev Sharma (MBA, MBBS)