food interaction for Sylkam Tablet
alcohol interaction for Sylkam Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Sylkam Tablet
lactation interaction for Sylkam Tablet
food
alcohol
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lactation
Sylkam 0.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
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CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Sylkam 0.5mg Tablet.
CAUTION
The safety of Sylkam 0.5mg Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Sylkam 0.5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
UNSAFE
SALT INFORMATION FOR Sylkam 0.5mg Tablet
Etizolam(0.5mg)
Sylkam tablet uses
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How sylkam tablet works
Sylkam 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 sylkam tablet
Decreased appetite
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Expert advice FOR Sylkam 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 Sylkam 0.5mg Tablet
Etizolam
Q. Does Sylkam 0.5mg Tablet have abuse potential?
Yes, several reports mention the abuse potential of Sylkam 0.5mg Tablet. Therefore, it should be used with caution in patients prone to drug abuse.
Q. What are the advantages of Sylkam 0.5mg Tablet over other benzodiazepines (BZDs)?
As compared to other benzodiazepines, Sylkam 0.5mg 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 Sylkam 0.5mg Tablet suddenly?
Stopping Sylkam 0.5mg 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.










