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Imizep 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 Imizep Tablet.
UNSAFE
Imizep 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
Imizep 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 Imizep
Diazepam(2mg)
Uses
Diazepam is used in the treatment of short term anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, muscle spasm and epilepsy.
How it works
Diazepam 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
Drowsiness, Fatigue, Confusion, Depression, Dizziness, Dryness in mouth, Headache, Impaired concentration, Slurred speech, Urinary retention, Abnormality of voluntary movements, Sensory motor disorders, Tremors, Withdrawal symptoms, Anterograde amnesia, Balance disorder (loss of balance), Respiratory depression, Allergic skin condition, Gastrointestinal disorder, Salivary hypersecretion, Myasthenia (weakness and rapid fatigue of muscle), Blood dyscrasias, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Loss of consciousness, Psychiatric disturbances, Paradoxical reactions, Emotional lability, Change in alertness, Heart failure, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Increased appetite, Abnormal liver function tests, Vision disorder, Apnea (absence of breathing), Anaphylactic reaction
Imipramine(25mg)
Uses
Imipramine is used in the treatment of depression and bed-wetting. It is used in patients intolerant of or unresponsive to other treatment options for depression.
How it works
Imipramine is a tricyclic antidepressant. It increases the levels of chemical messengers in the brain that help in regulating the mood and treat depression.
Common side effects
Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), Gastrointestinal disturbance, Nervousness, Sleep disorder, Tiredness, Cardiac conduction abnormalities, High blood pressure, Tachycardia, Hallucination, Black tongue, Parotid gland swelling, Unusual production of breast milk in women and men, Bone marrow suppression
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Expert advice FOR Imizep
- Diazepam helps treat short term anxiety.
- Safety of this medicine is not established for long-term use. Do not use it for more than 4 weeks.
- 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 Imizep
Diazepam
Q. Is Diazepam an antidepressant? What is it used for?
Diazepam is not an antidepressant and belongs to a group of medicines called benzodiazepine. It is used to treat severe anxiety (an emotional state where you may sweat, tremble, feel anxious and have a fast heartbeat) or agitation. It is also used to treat trembling, muscle spasm due to tetanus or poisoning, seizures or fits, confusional states or anxiety associated with alcohol withdrawal. It also helps in relaxing patients before minor operations or procedures.
Q. How long does it take for Diazepam to start working?
It depends on what you are taking Diazepam for. If you are taking it to treat anxiety, you should start feeling better within a few hours, but it may take a week or two before the full benefits become evident. Similarly, if you are taking it to relieve muscle spasm you may notice a difference after 15 minutes. Your muscles will start relaxing when you keep taking Diazepam regularly for a few days.
Q. Does Diazepam cause sleepiness? If yes, then should I stop driving while taking Diazepam?
Yes, Diazepam causes drowsiness very commonly. It also causes forgetfulness and affects muscular function which may adversely affect your ability to drive. Sometimes, drowsiness persists even on the following day. So, in case Diazepam makes you sleepy and affects your alertness, you should avoid driving.
Imipramine
Q. What is Imipramine used for?
Imipramine is mainly used to treat depression. It is also used to treat bed wetting in children older than 6 years of age. It works by restoring the chemical imbalance in the brain, thereby enhancing mood and behavior.
Q. What are the side effects of Imipramine?
Imipramine may cause side effects like increased heart rate, blurred vision, dryness in mouth, difficulty in urination, constipation and orthostatic hypotension (sudden decrease in blood pressure on standing). Consult your doctor if these side effects do not go away or worry you.
Q. Can I just stop taking Imipramine?
No, you must not stop taking Imipramine suddenly even if you are feeling good as it may worsen your condition. Continue taking Imipramine for the duration prescribed by your doctor to get maximum benefit. If any of the side effects are bothering you, consult your doctor. In case you have completed your course of treatment, your doctor will reduce your dose gradually before taking you off this medicine completely.