Etilaam 0.25mg Tablet
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

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In-stock 10 tablets in 1 strip
26.50

NOTICE: unsafe with : Alcohol

USED FOR:
Short term anxiety Insomnia

COMPOSITION:
Etizolam (0.25mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
neuro cns

Related Warnings
CAUTION
Alcohol
CAUTION

Etilaam 0.25mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

No information is available on the use of Etilaam 0.25mg Tablet during lactation. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

Do not drive unless you are feeling well.The most common side-effects of Etilaam 0.25mg Tablet are related to sedation and musculoskeletal relaxation. It may impair your driving ability.

Kidney

There is limited information available on the use of Etilaam 0.25mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

There is limited information available on the use of Etilaam 0.25mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Etizolam   0.25mg

Uses of Etilaam Tablet
Etilaam 0.25mg Tablet is used in the treatment of short term anxiety and insomnia.

How to use Etilaam Tablet
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. Etilaam 0.25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Etilaam Tablet works
Etilaam 0.25mg Tablet is a benzodiazepine. It works by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Side Effects:

Common Sleepiness, Slurred speech, Dizziness, Fatigue, Irritability, Constipation, Memory impairement, Dry mouth, Headache, Uncoordinated body movements, Depression.

Expert advice for Etilaam Tablet
If you are taking Etilaam for the treatment of insomnia and anxiety, it should not be used more than 4 weeks. It may become less effective over the time. It causes sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Etilaam, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems. The addiction / habit-forming potential of Etilaam is very high.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Etilaam a benzodiazepine?
Etilaam is a derivative of benzodiazepine that is used for the short-term treatment of insomnia (inability to sleep) and anxiety disorder.

Q. How does Etilaam work?
Etilaam induces sleep and controls seizures or fits by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Q. Does Etilaam get you high?
Etilaam has not been reported to get you high.However,Etilaam calms the brain and induces sleep and relaxation of muscles in the body. It may alter mood and perception in some individuals which may be perceived by some as a ‘feeling of high'.

Q. Is Etilaam safe?
Etilaam is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

Q. Is Etilaam a sleeping pill?
Etilaam induces sleep and is used for the treatment of insomnia (habitual sleeplessness; inability to sleep). Using on a more frequent basis can lead to difficulty sleeping, problems falling asleep or waking early. Always follow your doctor's advice regarding its use.

Q. Is Etilaam a narcotic drug?
Etilaam is not a narcotic drug. It is a derivative of benzodiazepine that is used for the short-term treatment of insomnia and anxiety disorder.

Q. Does Etilaam cause addiction or is it habit forming?
There is a risk of dependence and addiction with repeated use of Etilaam.It should be avoided in people who have a history of addiction. Always follow your doctor's advice regarding its use.

Q. Does Etilaam cause weight gain?
Etilaam does not cause weight gain. Please consult your doctor if you experience an increase in weight after taking Etilaam.

Q. Does Etilaam work?
Etilaam works if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by the doctor.

Q. Does Etilaam get you high?
Etilaam has not been reported to get you high. It has a calming action and it reduces anxiety. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions regarding the abuse potential of this medicine.

Q. Does Etilaam make you sleepy?
Etilaam can make you sleep. Using on a more frequent basis can lead to difficulty sleeping, problems falling asleep or waking early. Always follow your doctor's advice regarding its use.

Q. Does Etilaam help in opioid withdrawal?
Etilaam does not help in opioid withdrawal. Please consult your doctor to know more about medicines used in opiate withdrawal.