food interaction for Trika Tablet

alcohol interaction for Trika Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Trika Tablet

lactation interaction for Trika Tablet

food
alcohol
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lactation
Trika 0.25mg 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 Trika 0.25mg Tablet.
UNSAFE
Trika 0.25mg 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
Trika 0.25mg 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 Trika 0.25mg Tablet

Alprazolam(0.25mg)

Trika tablet uses

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

How trika tablet works

Trika 0.25mg 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 trika tablet

Lightheadedness, Drowsiness

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Expert advice FOR Trika 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 Trika 0.25mg Tablet

Alprazolam

Q. What is Trika 0.25mg Tablet used for?
Trika 0.25mg 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 Trika 0.25mg Tablet safe?
Trika 0.25mg Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. Is Trika 0.25mg Tablet addictive (habit-forming)?
Yes, the use of Trika 0.25mg Tablet has addictive potential. Its use is associated with the risk of addiction for physical or psychological effects. The abrupt discontinuation of Trika 0.25mg Tablet is therefore not advised to avoid serious withdrawal symptoms.
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Q. Is Trika 0.25mg Tablet an opioid?
No, Trika 0.25mg Tablet is not an opioid, it belongs to a class of substances called benzodiazepines.
Q. Is Trika 0.25mg Tablet an anti-depressant?
No, Trika 0.25mg Tablet is not an anti-depressant. It is used to relieve excess anxiety and to treat anxiety associated with depression.
Q. Is Trika 0.25mg Tablet a narcotic substance?
No, Trika 0.25mg 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 Trika 0.25mg Tablet for a hangover?
No, Trika 0.25mg Tablet is not indicated for managing a hangover. Rather, Trika 0.25mg Tablet should not be taken with alcohol as both the substances can cause excessive sleep (sedation) and depress your brain.
Q. Can I take Trika 0.25mg Tablet for anxiety?
Yes, Trika 0.25mg 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 Trika 0.25mg Tablet reduce blood pressure?
Lowering of blood pressure is seen if you take more than the prescribed dose of Trika 0.25mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive fall in blood pressure while you are taking Trika 0.25mg Tablet.
Q. Does Trika 0.25mg Tablet make you sleepy?
Yes, Trika 0.25mg Tablet makes you sleepy. Sedation (sleepiness) is a very common side effect of Trika 0.25mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you are prescribed Trika 0.25mg Tablet and your work requires you to remain alerted or you drive yourself as it may affect your driving.
Q. Does Trika 0.25mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Change in weight (both weight gain and weight loss) has been reported as a common side effect with Trika 0.25mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you experience a disproportionate change in weight when you are taking Trika 0.25mg Tablet.
Q. Can I take Trika 0.25mg Tablet with hydrocodone?
Trika 0.25mg Tablet should not be taken with hydrocodone. Trika 0.25mg 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 Trika 0.25mg Tablet with paracetamol?
No, interactions have been reported between Trika 0.25mg 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 Trika 0.25mg Tablet for the rest of my life?
No, Trika 0.25mg 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 12 January, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)