Dpm 5mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Arrow Pharma
Salt Composition
Diazepam (5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Dpm 5mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat short-term anxiety, acute alcohol withdrawal, muscle spasm, and as adjunctive therapy for seizures.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Dpm 5mg Tablet is a benzodiazepine that works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger (GABA) which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain. It may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. 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. Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly without talking to your doctor as it can cause withdrawal effects like depression and difficulty sleeping.
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. Dpm 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
drowsiness fatigue muscle weakness and impaired coordination
Alcohol Warning
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Dpm 5mg Tablet.
Breastfeeding Warning
Dpm 5mg 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
Dpm 5mg 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
Dpm 5mg Tablet is a benzodiazepine that 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
Dpm 5mg Tablet helps treat short term anxiety.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dpm 5mg Tablet an antidepressant? What is it used for?
Dpm 5mg Tablet is not an antidepressant and belongs to a group of medicines called benzodiazepine. It is used to treat severe anxiety (an emotional state where you may sweat, tremble, feel anxious and have a fast heartbeat) or agitation. It is also used to treat trembling, muscle spasm due to tetanus or poisoning, seizures or fits, confusional states or anxiety associated with alcohol withdrawal. It also helps in relaxing patients before minor operations or procedures.
How long does it take for Dpm 5mg Tablet to start working?
It depends on what you are taking Dpm 5mg Tablet for. If you are taking it to treat anxiety, you should start feeling better within a few hours, but it may take a week or two before the full benefits become evident. Similarly, if you are taking it to relieve muscle spasm you may notice a difference after 15 minutes. Your muscles will start relaxing when you keep taking Dpm 5mg Tablet regularly for a few days.
Does Dpm 5mg Tablet cause sleepiness? If yes, then should I stop driving while taking Dpm 5mg Tablet?
Yes, Dpm 5mg Tablet causes drowsiness very commonly. It also causes forgetfulness and affects muscular function which may adversely affect your ability to drive. Sometimes, drowsiness persists even on the following day. So, in case Dpm 5mg Tablet makes you sleepy and affects your alertness, you should avoid driving.
Is it safe to take Dpm 5mg Tablet and alcohol together?
No, it is not at all recommended to take alcohol with Dpm 5mg Tablet since it can cause breathing problems, sleepiness, and heart problems. Taking Dpm 5mg Tablet with alcohol may make you sleepy and your breathing may become so shallow that you may not wake up. This may even lead to death.
Is Dpm 5mg Tablet addictive?
People taking Dpm 5mg Tablet in high doses or for a long term may become addicted to it. Also, people with a history of alcoholism and drug abuse are more likely to become addicted to Dpm 5mg Tablet. Therefore, Dpm 5mg Tablet should be taken for the shortest possible time and in the lowest effective dose.
Can I stop taking Dpm 5mg Tablet if I start feeling better?
No, do not stop taking Dpm 5mg Tablet suddenly as you may experience withdrawal effects like depression, nervousness, difficulty in sleeping, irritability, sweating, upset stomach or diarrhea. Stopping it suddenly may even bring back the symptoms and make them harder to treat. You may also experience mood changes, anxiety, restlessness, and changes in sleep patterns. These effects may occur even after taking low doses for a short period of time.
For how long should I take Dpm 5mg Tablet?
The duration of treatment with Dpm 5mg Tablet is mainly as short as possible. Your doctor will evaluate you after 4 weeks of treatment in order to assess the need of continuation of treatment, especially if you do not have any symptoms. In general, the treatment does not last any longer than 8-12 weeks which includes the gradual reduction of dose process.
Does Dpm 5mg Tablet have any effect on contraception?
Dpm 5mg Tablet does not affect the functioning of any type of contraception including the birth control pills and emergency contraception. Birth control pills can keep Dpm 5mg Tablet in your body for a long time and increase its effect. You can also experience bleeding in between your periods if you take Dpm 5mg Tablet and birth control pills together. But your contraceptive method will still work.
Is Dpm 5mg Tablet safe to be used in elderly patients?
The dose for elderly patients is generally half of the dose recommended to young people. This is because Dpm 5mg Tablet causes muscle relaxation which can make the patient fall down, which may further lead to fractures.
Is Dpm 5mg Tablet safe when used with other medications?
DPM 5mg tablets should be used in conjunction with caution if you are taking any other medication. You must consult your doctor before using this medication to avoid potential interactions.
