Tofisopam

Information about Tofisopam

Tofisopam uses

Tofisopam is used in the treatment of depression.

How tofisopam works

Tofisopam 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 tofisopam

Constipation, Headache, Loss of appetite, Nausea, Allergic reaction, Muscle pain

Available Medicine for Tofisopam

  • ₹166 to ₹265
    Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
    2 variant(s)
  • ₹189 to ₹331
    Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
    2 variant(s)
  • ₹185 to ₹188
    Arinna Lifescience Pvt Ltd
    2 variant(s)
  • ₹155
    Currant Life Science LLP
    1 variant(s)
  • ₹223
    Psychocare Health Pvt Ltd
    1 variant(s)
  • ₹145 to ₹255
    Consern Pharma Limited
    2 variant(s)
  • ₹145 to ₹230
    Ryon Pharma
    2 variant(s)
  • ₹238
    Shatayushi Healthcare Pvt Ltd
    1 variant(s)
  • ₹156 to ₹265
    Adivis Pharma Pvt Ltd
    2 variant(s)
  • ₹125 to ₹245
    Kivi Labs Ltd
    2 variant(s)

Expert advice for Tofisopam

  • 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.


Content on this page was last updated on 12 September, 2022, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)