Alprax
1mg Tablet SR belongs to a class of medicines known as benzodiazepines.
It is used to treat anxiety. It alters brain activity, calms it, and
provides relief from panic attacks by relaxing the nerves.
Alprax
1mg Tablet SR may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised
to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a
consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose
and duration as advised by your doctor as it has a high potential of
habit-forming. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you
remember it and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel
better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to
the doctor as it may cause nausea and anxiety.
The most common
side effect of this medicine is lightheadedness. It may cause dizziness
and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental
focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
It may also
cause weight gain or weight loss as it can vary from person to person.
To prevent weight gain you can eat a healthy balanced diet, avoid
snacking with high-calorie foods, and exercise regularly. Weight loss
can be managed by increasing food portions and consulting a dietitian.
If you have been taking this medicine for a long time then regular
monitoring of blood and liver functions may be required.
Alprax
1mg Tablet SR reduces the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry. It
can also reduce feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty
concentrating, and feeling irritable. It will therefore help you go
about your daily activities more easily and be more productive. Keep
taking this medicine even if you feel well. Stopping it suddenly can
cause serious problems. So, do not stop taking it without discussing it
with your doctor.
In Treatment of Panic disorder
Alprax
1mg Tablet SR can help relieve symptoms of many panic disorders
including panic attacks. It can help you feel calmer and improve your
ability to deal with problems. Do not stop taking it, even when you feel
better unless your doctor advises you to.
Side effects of Alprax Tablet SR
Most
side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your
body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if
you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Alprax
Lightheadedness
Drowsiness
How to use Alprax Tablet SR
Take
this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Alprax 1mg Tablet
SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a
fixed time.
How Alprax Tablet SR works
Alprax
1mg Tablet SR 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Alprax 1mg Tablet SR.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Alprax
1mg Tablet SR 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Alprax
1mg Tablet SR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited
human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm
the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Alprax
1mg Tablet SR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you
feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Alprax
1mg Tablet SR is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease.
Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Alprax 1mg
Tablet SR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your
doctor.