
Placidox 10mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Lupin Ltd
Salt Composition
Diazepam (10mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Placidox 10mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of short-term anxiety, acute alcohol withdrawal, muscle spasm, and as adjunctive therapy for seizures.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Placidox 10mg 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. Placidox 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Placidox 10mg 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
Placidox 10mg Tablet helps treat short-term anxiety. Take it only as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor. 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. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding. Do not stop taking medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as that may lead to nausea, anxiety, agitation, flu-like symptoms, sweating, tremor, and confusion.