Etilax 0.5mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Unimarck Healthcare Ltd
Salt Composition
Etizolam (0.5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Etilax 0.5mg 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.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Etilax 0.5mg 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.
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. Etilax 0.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Some common side effects of this medicine include headaches, impaired muscle coordination, slurred speech, muscle weakness, altered libido, and depression.
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Etilax 0.5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Information regarding the use of Etilax 0.5mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy Warning
Information regarding the use of Etilax 0.5mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Interacting Medicines
Abacavir Adefovir Amisulpride Amitriptyline
How it works
Etilax 0.5mg 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
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.
Frequently asked questions
What is the potential for abuse with Etilax 0.5mg Tablet?
Yes, there are several reports mentioning the abuse potential of Etilax 0.5mg Tablet. Therefore, it should be used with caution in patients prone to drug abuse.
How does Etilax 0.5mg Tablet compare to other benzodiazepines (BZDs)?
As compared to other benzodiazepines, Etilax 0.5mg Tablet has lesser sedative effects, lower dependence, and lower tolerance. However, long-term use can reduce the effectivity of the medicine and may cause dependence and addiction.
What are the risks of stopping Etilax 0.5mg Tablet suddenly?
Stopping Etilax 0.5mg Tablet suddenly may cause withdrawal symptoms which may include anxiety, insomnia, headache, dizziness, ringing sound in ear (tinnitus), eating disorder (anorexia), vomiting, nausea, tremor, weakness, excessive sweating (perspiration), irritability, hypersensitivity to visual and auditory stimuli. Stopping the medicine suddenly may also cause palpitations, fast heart rate and postural hypotension (drop in blood pressure on standing). In severe and rare cases of withdrawal from high doses, patients may develop seizures, mental disorder (psychosis), agitation, confusion, and hallucinations.
How long does it take for Etilax 0.5mg Tablet to start working?
Oral doses of Etilax 0.5mg Tablet begin working within 30-60 minutes and peak at 3-4 hours. The medicine remains in the body for 6-8 hours although higher doses can last longer.
Is Etilax 0.5mg Tablet used as a muscle relaxant?
Yes, like benzodiazepines, it causes muscle relaxation, but otherwise it is mainly used for anxiety.
Can Etilax 0.5mg Tablet help with sleep problems?
Like other benzodiazepines, it causes sleepiness but is mainly used for anxiety disorder. It increases total sleep time and decreases the proportion of rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, wherein your eyes move quickly in different directions. Etilax 0.5mg Tablet had no effect on sleep latency (amount of time it takes you to go from being fully awake to being asleep).
Is Etilax 0.5mg Tablet an antidepressant?
No, Etilax 0.5mg Tablet is not an antidepressant. It is used for the treatment of generalized anxiety disorder with depressive symptoms. But, it may affect patient's mood.
