Etivar 0.5 Tablet
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Etivar 0.5 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 not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Etivar 0.5 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Etivar 0.5 Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Etivar 0.5 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Etivar 0.5mg Tablet
Etizolam(0.5mg)
Etivar tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of short term anxiety and insomnia.
How etivar tablet works
Etivar 0.5 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 etivar tablet
Altered libido, Confusion, Depression, Drowsiness, Fainting, Headache, Muscle coordination impaired, Muscle weakness, Sedation, Slurred speech, Tremors, Visual impairment
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Expert advice FOR Etivar Tablet
- Take it as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
- The addiction / habit-forming potential of this medicine is less as compared to other benzodiazepines.
- 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.
- 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, tremor, and confusion.
Frequently asked questions FOR Etivar 0.5mg Tablet
Etizolam
Q. Does Etivar 0.5 Tablet have abuse potential?
Yes, there are several reports mentioning the abuse potential of Etivar 0.5 Tablet. Therefore, it should be used with caution in patients prone to drug abuse.
Q. What are the advantages of Etivar 0.5 Tablet over other benzodiazepines (BZDs)?
As compared to other benzodiazepines, Etivar 0.5 Tablet has lesser sedative effects, lower dependence, and lower tolerance. However, long-term use can reduce the effectivity of the medicine and may cause dependence and addiction.
Q. What happens if you stop taking Etivar 0.5 Tablet suddenly?
Stopping Etivar 0.5 Tablet suddenly may cause withdrawal symptoms which may include anxiety, insomnia, headache, dizziness, ringing sound in ear (tinnitus), eating disorder (anorexia), vomiting, nausea, tremor, weakness, excessive sweating (perspiration), irritability, hypersensitivity to visual and auditory stimuli. Stopping the medicine suddenly may also cause palpitations, 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 disorder (psychosis), agitation, confusion, and hallucinations.