Etirid 0.5mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Glowrid Biotech
Salt Composition
Etizolam (0.5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Etirid 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
Etirid 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. Etirid 0.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Etirid 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
Does Etirid 0.5mg Tablet have abuse potential?
There are reports indicating the potential for misuse of Etirid 0.5mg Tablet. Therefore, its use should be carefully managed in patients with a history of drug dependency or those who might be susceptible to addiction.
What are the advantages of Etirid 0.5mg Tablet over other benzodiazepines (BZDs)?
Compared to other benzodiazepines, Etirid 0.5mg Tablet exhibits less sedation, lower dependence potential, and reduced tolerance development. However, long-term use can ultimately decrease its effectiveness and increase the risk of dependence and addiction.
What happens if you stop taking Etirid 0.5mg Tablet suddenly?
abrupt discontinuation of Etirid 0.5mg Tablet may result in withdrawal symptoms, including anxiety, insomnia, headaches, dizziness, ringing in the ears (tinnitus), appetite disturbances (anorexia), vomiting, nausea, tremor, weakness, excessive sweating (perspiration), irritability, heightened sensitivity to visual and auditory stimuli. In rare cases of abrupt discontinuation, severe and unexpected symptoms like seizures, mental health disorders (psychosis), agitation, confusion, and hallucinations may occur.
How long does Etirid 0.5mg Tablet take to work?
Oral doses of Etirid 0.5mg Tablet generally become effective within 30-60 minutes, with peak effects occurring between 3 and 4 hours post-consumption. It remains in the body for 6-8 hours; however, higher doses may prolong its effect.
Is Etirid 0.5mg Tablet a muscle relaxant?
Similar to other benzodiazepines, it causes relaxation of muscles. However, its primary use is for managing anxiety.
Is Etirid 0.5mg Tablet good for sleep?
As with other benzodiazepines, Etirid 0.5mg Tablet induces drowsiness and is primarily used for anxiety disorder management. It increases total sleep duration and decreases the proportion of rapid eye movement (REM) sleep during which your eyes move rapidly in various directions. However, it does not affect the time required to fall asleep (sleep latency).
Is Etirid 0.5mg Tablet an antidepressant?
No, Etirid 0.5mg Tablet is not a conventional antidepressant. It's used for treating generalized anxiety disorder with associated depressive symptoms. However, its use can alter patients' moods.
