Treatment of Anxiety|Treatment of Panic disorder

In Treatment of Anxiety Pizolam 1mg Tablet 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.

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. Pizolam 1mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Pizolam 1mg Tablet 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.Pizolam 1mg 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.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.

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. Pizolam 1mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

- Alcohol : UNSAFE <p> It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Pizolam 1mg Tablet. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Pizolam 1mg 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. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Pizolam 1mg Tablet 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 <p> Pizolam 1mg Tablet may decrease alertness affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Pizolam 1mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Pizolam 1mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : CAUTION <p> Pizolam 1mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pizolam 1mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Pizolam 1mg Tablet take it as soon as possible. However if it is almost time for your next dose skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\\n

Chemical Class :: Benzodiazepines Derivative|Habit Forming :: Yes|Therapeutic Class :: NEURO CNS|Action Class :: Benzodiazepines

Treatment of Anxiety|Treatment of Panic disorder

Lightheadedness | Drowsiness

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CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

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SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

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Q. What is Pizolam 1mg Tablet used for?::: Pizolam 1mg Tablet is used to relieve excess (moderate to severe) anxiety and to treat anxiety associated with depression. It is not to be used for mild anxiety associated with the stress of day to day life situations.| Q. Is Pizolam 1mg Tablet safe?::: Pizolam 1mg Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.| Q. Is Pizolam 1mg Tablet addictive (habit-forming)?::: Yes the use of Pizolam 1mg Tablet has addictive potential. Its use is associated with the risk of addiction for physical or psychological effects. The abrupt discontinuation of Pizolam 1mg Tablet is therefore not advised to avoid serious withdrawal symptoms.| Q. Is Pizolam 1mg Tablet an opioid?::: No Pizolam 1mg Tablet is not an opioid it belongs to a class of substances called benzodiazepines.| Q. Is Pizolam 1mg Tablet an anti-depressant?::: No Pizolam 1mg Tablet is not an anti-depressant. It is used to relieve excess anxiety and to treat anxiety associated with depression.| Q. Is Pizolam 1mg Tablet a narcotic substance?::: No Pizolam 1mg Tablet is not a narcotic substance. It belongs to the class of medicines known as benzodiazepines and is used for the treatment of anxiety.| Q. Can I take Pizolam 1mg Tablet for a hangover?::: No Pizolam 1mg Tablet is not indicated for managing a hangover. Rather Pizolam 1mg Tablet should not be taken with alcohol as both the substances can cause excessive sleep (sedation) and depress your brain.| Q. Can I take Pizolam 1mg Tablet for anxiety?::: Yes Pizolam 1mg Tablet is used to relieve excess (moderate to severe) anxiety and to treat anxiety associated with depression. It is not recommended for mild anxiety associated with the stress of day to day life situations.| Q. Does Pizolam 1mg Tablet reduce blood pressure?::: Lowering of blood pressure is seen if you take more than the prescribed dose of Pizolam 1mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive fall in blood pressure while you are taking Pizolam 1mg Tablet.| Q. Does Pizolam 1mg Tablet make you sleepy?::: Yes Pizolam 1mg Tablet makes you sleepy. Sedation (sleepiness) is a very common side effect of Pizolam 1mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you are prescribed Pizolam 1mg Tablet and your work requires you to remain alerted or you drive yourself as it may affect your driving.| Q. Does Pizolam 1mg Tablet cause weight gain?::: Change in weight (both weight gain and weight loss) has been reported as a common side effect with Pizolam 1mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you experience a disproportionate change in weight when you are taking Pizolam 1mg Tablet.| Q. Can I take Pizolam 1mg Tablet with hydrocodone?::: Pizolam 1mg Tablet should not be taken with hydrocodone. Pizolam 1mg Tablet belong to a class of medicines called benzodiazepines and hydrocodone belongs to the class of medicines called opioids. Both the classes cause sedation (increased tendency to sleep) and respiratory depression (slow and difficult breathing). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.| Q. Can I take Pizolam 1mg Tablet with paracetamol?::: No interactions have been reported between Pizolam 1mg Tablet and paracetamol. However this does not mean that no interactions exist. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.| Q. Can I take Pizolam 1mg Tablet for the rest of my life?::: No Pizolam 1mg Tablet should be taken only for a prescribed duration at prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.