food interaction for Fluraz Capsule
alcohol interaction for Fluraz Capsule
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lactation interaction for Fluraz Capsule
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Fluraz 15mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Fluraz 15mg Capsule may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Fluraz 15mg Capsule is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
UNSAFE
Fluraz 15mg Capsule 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 Fluraz 15mg Capsule
Flurazepam(15mg)
Fluraz capsule uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of insomnia.
How fluraz capsule works
Fluraz 15mg Capsule 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 fluraz capsule
Dizziness, Drowsiness, Impaired coordination, Lightheadedness
SUBSTITUTES FOR Fluraz Capsule
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Expert advice FOR Fluraz Capsule
- If you are taking Flurazepam for the treatment of insomnia, it should not be used for more than 4 weeks.
- Take it 30 to 45 minutes before bedtime and only when you have time to sleep for at least 7 hours.
- The addiction / habit-forming potential of this medicine is very high. Take it only as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor
- Never share your medication with any other person who also has a sleep problem.
- 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.
- If you have been taking this medicine for a long time, regular monitoring of blood and liver functions may be required.
- Stop taking medication and inform your doctor If you experience sleep-driving or memory loss.
- Inform your doctor if you are suffering from depression, as this medicine may worsen the symptoms of depression.
- 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 Fluraz 15mg Capsule
Flurazepam
Q. How long does Fluraz 15mg Capsule take to work?
Fluraz 15mg Capsule starts working slowly and continues to work for a short time even after you stop taking it. You may experience more benefit from Fluraz 15mg Capsule on the second and third nights after you start taking it. You may continue to feel the effects of Fluraz 15mg Capsule for one to two nights after you stop taking the medication.
Q. Does Fluraz 15mg Capsule cause addiction?
Addiction is more likely to occur in patients who are alcoholics or drug addicts. Such patients should be under careful surveillance if they have been prescribed Fluraz 15mg Capsule.
Q. Is Fluraz 15mg Capsule a sleeping pill?
Fluraz 15mg Capsule is used for the short-term treatment of sleeplessness (also known as insomnia) when it is severe. It can help overcome difficulties in falling asleep and may help if you wake up frequently in the middle of the night. Fluraz 15mg Capsule helps you to sleep but does not cure the underlying cause of your insomnia, which you should discuss with your doctor.