Prazil 0.25mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Lifecare Innovations Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Alprazolam (0.25mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Prazil 0.25mg Tablet is a benzodiazepine used to treat anxiety. It alters brain activity, calms it, and provides relief from panic attacks by relaxing the nerves.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Prazil 0.25mg Tablet 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.
Directions for Use
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. Prazil 0.25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Prazil 0.25mg Tablet.
Breastfeeding Warning
Prazil 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.
Pregnancy Warning
Prazil 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.
Interacting Medicines
Abacavir Adefovir Amisulpride Amitriptyline
How it works
Prazil 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.
Quick Tips
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
What is Prazil 0.25mg Tablet used for?
Prazil 0.25mg Tablet is used to relieve moderate to severe anxiety and treat anxiety associated with depression. It's not suitable for mild anxiety or everyday stress.
Is Prazilam safe to use?
Prazilam is generally considered safe when taken as prescribed by a doctor, for the recommended duration.
Can Prazil 0.25mg Tablet be addictive?
Yes, Prazil 0.25mg Tablet has the potential for physical or psychological dependence. Abruptly stopping the medication can lead to withdrawal symptoms.
Is Prazilam an opioid?
No, Prazilam is not an opioid but a benzodiazepine, which belongs to a different class of medications.
Is Prazil 0.25mg Tablet an antidepressant?
No, Prazil 0.25mg Tablet is used for anxiety and depression-related symptoms, but it's not an antidepressant medication.
Is Prazilam a narcotic substance?
No, Prazilam is classified as a benzodiazepine, which is distinct from narcotic substances.
Can I use Prazil 0.25mg Tablet to manage a hangover?
No, this medication should not be used for hangovers or combined with alcohol, as it can cause excessive sleepiness and brain depression.
Is Prazilam suitable for anxiety management?
Yes, Prazil 0.25mg Tablet is used to relieve moderate to severe anxiety and treat associated depressive symptoms, excluding mild everyday stress.
Can Prazil 0.25mg Tablet affect blood pressure?
Taking more than the prescribed dose can cause a drop in blood pressure; consult your doctor if you experience excessive fall in blood pressure while taking this medication.
Does Prazilam make me sleepy?
Yes, sedation is a common side effect of Prazil 0.25mg Tablet, which may affect driving or work requiring alertness. Consult your doctor for guidance.
Can I gain weight while taking Prazil 0.25mg Tablet?
Weight changes (gain or loss) have been reported as a common side effect of this medication; consult your doctor if you experience disproportionate weight change while taking it.
Is it safe to take Prazilam with hydrocodone?
Prazil 0.25mg Tablet should not be taken with hydrocodone, as both can cause sedation and respiratory depression; consult your doctor before using them together.
Can I use Prazilam with paracetamol?
Interactions have been reported between Prazilam and paracetamol; consult your doctor before taking these medications together.
Should I take Prazil 0.25mg Tablet indefinitely?
No, this medication should be taken only for a prescribed duration at prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
