Etinap 2mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Etizolam (2mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Icon Life Sciences |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Etinap 2mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat short-term anxiety and insomnia. It binds to specific receptor sites in the brain and calms the brain. Etinap 2mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, 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 any doses, take it as soon as you remember it and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. You should not stop this medication without talking to your doctor as it may cause nausea and anxiety.
Etinap 2mg 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.
Does Etinap 2mg Tablet have abuse potential?
There is a risk of misuse and abuse associated with Etinap 2mg Tablet. Therefore, it should be used cautiously in individuals prone to substance abuse.
What are the advantages of Etinap 2mg Tablet over other benzodiazepines (BZDs)?
Compared to other benzodiazepines, Etinap 2mg Tablet has fewer sedative effects, lower dependence potential, and reduced tolerance. However, long-term use can lead to decreased effectiveness, potential dependency and addiction.
What happens if you stop taking Etinap 2mg Tablet suddenly?
Suddenly discontinuing Etinap 2mg Tablet may trigger withdrawal symptoms including anxiety, insomnia, headache, dizziness, tinnitus, difficulty swallowing (dysphagia), vomiting, nausea, tremor, weakness, excessive sweating, irritability, heightened senses of sight and hearing. Stopping the medication abruptly may also cause palpitations, increased heart rate, and postural hypotension (sudden drop in blood pressure upon standing). In severe and rare cases, sudden discontinuation can result in seizures, mental disorders such as psychosis, agitation, confusion, and hallucinations.
How long does Etinap 2mg Tablet take to work?
Oral doses of Etinap 2mg Tablet typically begin working within 30-60 minutes, reaching peak effectiveness in 3 to 4 hours. The medication remains in the body for 6 to 8 hours, with higher doses potentially staying active longer.
Is Etinap 2mg Tablet a muscle relaxant?
Yes, like other benzodiazepines, it causes muscle relaxation but is primarily used for anxiety disorders.
Is Etinap 2mg Tablet good for sleep?
While Etinap 2mg Tablet may cause drowsiness, its primary usage is for treating generalized anxiety disorder with depressive symptoms. It increases total sleep duration and reduces the proportion of rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, where your eyes move rapidly in various directions. However, it has no effect on latency (the time to fall asleep).
Is Etinap 2mg Tablet an antidepressant?
No, Etinap 2mg Tablet is not an antidepressant. It is prescribed for the treatment of generalized anxiety disorder with depressive symptoms. However, it may cause changes in mood.
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. Etinap 2mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Take it as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
- The addiction / habit-forming potential of this medicine is less as compared to other benzodiazepines.
- 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.
- Do not take this medicine if you have a history of drug addiction or drug abuse.
- Some common side effects of this medicine include headaches, impaired muscle coordination, slurred speech, muscle weakness, altered libido, and depression.
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Etinap 2mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Information regarding the use of Etinap 2mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
Information regarding the use of Etinap 2mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.