Altonil LS 5 Tablet

Short Description

Altonil LS 5 Tablet is a combination of two medicines used for the treatment of anxiety disorder.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Altonil LS 5 Tablet is a combination of two medicines used for the treatment of anxiety disorder. It alters the chemicals in the brain that cause symptoms of anxiety such as irritability, restlessness, lack of concentration, fatigue, sweating, increased heart rate, and unwanted or racing thoughts. Altonil LS 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day. 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 and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.

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. Altonil LS 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

Headache Common cold Back pain Joint pain Coordination impaired Depression Fatigue Memory impairment Dizziness Sleepiness

Altonil LS 5 Tablet is a combination of two medicines. Melatonin is a natural hormone which regulates the sleep-wake cycle and helps you fall asleep. Clonazepam 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. This is how it works to treat anxiety disorder.

Take it as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it suddenly. Inform your doctor about any side effects. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.