food interaction for Restyl Tablet

alcohol interaction for Restyl Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Restyl Tablet

lactation interaction for Restyl Tablet

food
alcohol
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Restyl 0.5mg 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 Restyl 0.5mg Tablet.
UNSAFE
Restyl 0.5mg 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
Restyl 0.5mg 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 Restyl 0.5mg Tablet

Alprazolam(0.5mg)

Restyl tablet uses

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

How restyl tablet works

Restyl 0.5mg 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 restyl tablet

Lightheadedness, Drowsiness

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Expert advice FOR Restyl 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 Restyl 0.5mg Tablet

Alprazolam

Q. What is Restyl 0.5mg Tablet used for?
Restyl 0.5mg 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 Restyl 0.5mg Tablet safe?
Restyl 0.5mg Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. Is Restyl 0.5mg Tablet addictive (habit-forming)?
Yes, the use of Restyl 0.5mg Tablet has addictive potential. Its use is associated with the risk of addiction for physical or psychological effects. The abrupt discontinuation of Restyl 0.5mg Tablet is therefore not advised to avoid serious withdrawal symptoms.
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Q. Is Restyl 0.5mg Tablet an opioid?
No, Restyl 0.5mg Tablet is not an opioid, it belongs to a class of substances called benzodiazepines.
Q. Is Restyl 0.5mg Tablet an anti-depressant?
No, Restyl 0.5mg Tablet is not an anti-depressant. It is used to relieve excess anxiety and to treat anxiety associated with depression.
Q. Is Restyl 0.5mg Tablet a narcotic substance?
No, Restyl 0.5mg 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 Restyl 0.5mg Tablet for a hangover?
No, Restyl 0.5mg Tablet is not indicated for managing a hangover. Rather, Restyl 0.5mg Tablet should not be taken with alcohol as both the substances can cause excessive sleep (sedation) and depress your brain.
Q. Can I take Restyl 0.5mg Tablet for anxiety?
Yes, Restyl 0.5mg 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 Restyl 0.5mg Tablet reduce blood pressure?
Lowering of blood pressure is seen if you take more than the prescribed dose of Restyl 0.5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive fall in blood pressure while you are taking Restyl 0.5mg Tablet.
Q. Does Restyl 0.5mg Tablet make you sleepy?
Yes, Restyl 0.5mg Tablet makes you sleepy. Sedation (sleepiness) is a very common side effect of Restyl 0.5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you are prescribed Restyl 0.5mg Tablet and your work requires you to remain alerted or you drive yourself as it may affect your driving.
Q. Does Restyl 0.5mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Change in weight (both weight gain and weight loss) has been reported as a common side effect with Restyl 0.5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you experience a disproportionate change in weight when you are taking Restyl 0.5mg Tablet.
Q. Can I take Restyl 0.5mg Tablet with hydrocodone?
Restyl 0.5mg Tablet should not be taken with hydrocodone. Restyl 0.5mg 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 Restyl 0.5mg Tablet with paracetamol?
No, interactions have been reported between Restyl 0.5mg 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 Restyl 0.5mg Tablet for the rest of my life?
No, Restyl 0.5mg 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 06 December, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)