Etinal 3mg Tablet

Short Description

Etinal 3mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of insomnia and jet lag, reducing symptoms such as irritability, indigestion, daytime tiredness, and sleep disturbances.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Etinal 3mg Tablet is a prescription medication primarily used to treat insomnia and jet lag, a sleep disorder caused by frequent travel across different time zones. It helps alleviate symptoms like irritability, indigestion, daytime tiredness, and sleep disturbances. While effective, it may cause side effects such as dizziness and can affect blood sugar levels. It is important to avoid alcohol and smoking while taking this medication, as they can decrease its effectiveness. Patients with liver or kidney issues, or those with an intolerance to certain sugars, should avoid this medicine. Always consult a doctor before use, especially if pregnant or breastfeeding.

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. Etinal 3mg Tablet is to be taken on an empty stomach.

Melatonin is a hormone produced by the body that synchronizes the body’s biological day-and-night rhythm. The biological rhythm can be disturbed by traveling across time zones, known as jetlag. Etinal 3mg Tablet helps restore the normal day-and-night rhythm and reduce the symptoms.

Take it with or without food or at least 2 hours before bedtime. Avoid strenuous activity before bedtime. Avoid caffeine products at night. Avoid extreme temperatures like too cold or too hot. Prefer dim light at nighttime. Try some relaxation therapy. Prefer a couch to watch TV or read a book rather than a bed. It may affect blood sugar levels. Take caution if you have diabetes. It may cause dizziness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Smoking may make Etinal 3mg Tablet less effective as it can increase its breakdown by the liver. Avoid alcohol while taking this medicine as it may decrease the drug's activity. Inform your doctor if you are taking seizure medicine as Etinal 3mg Tablet may increase the frequency of seizures. Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to it, have liver or kidney issues, or have an intolerance to some sugars.