Ripstress 0.25mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Neuracle Lifesciences Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Etizolam (0.25mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Ripstress 0.25mg 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
Ripstress 0.25mg 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. Ripstress 0.25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Ripstress 0.25mg 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 Ripstress 0.25mg Tablet have abuse potential?
Yes, there are reports suggesting that Ripstress 0.25mg Tablet could be misused and abused. Therefore, it should be used cautiously in patients with a history of drug abuse or those who may be susceptible to dependence.
What are the advantages of Ripstress 0.25mg Tablet over other benzodiazepines (BZDs)?
Ripstress 0.25mg Tablet exhibits less sedative effects, lower risk of dependency and tolerance compared to some other benzodiazepines. However, prolonged use may lead to reduced efficacy, increased susceptibility to dependence and addiction.
What happens if you stop taking Ripstress 0.25mg Tablet suddenly?
Sudden discontinuation of Ripstress 0.25mg Tablet can result in withdrawal symptoms, including anxiety, insomnia, headache, dizziness, ringing sound in the ear (tinnitus), eating disorders (anorexia), vomiting, nausea, tremor, weakness, excessive sweating (perspiration), irritability, hypersensitivity to visual and auditory stimuli. In some cases, sudden discontinuation may also lead to palpitations, tachycardia, and postural hypotension (blood pressure drop on standing). Severe and rare cases can involve seizures, mental disorders (psychosis), agitation, confusion, and hallucinations.
How long does Ripstress 0.25mg Tablet take to work?
Ripstress 0.25mg Tablet orally starts working within 30-60 minutes and peaks at 3-4 hours. The medication remains in the body for 6-8 hours, although higher doses may stay longer.
Is Ripstress 0.25mg Tablet a muscle relaxant?
Like other benzodiazepines, it causes muscle relaxation, but primarily used for anxiety disorders.
Is Ripstress 0.25mg Tablet good for sleep?
Ripstress 0.25mg Tablet can induce drowsiness similar to other benzodiazepines; however, it's mainly prescribed for anxiety disorder. It increases total sleep time and reduces the proportion of rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, during which your eyes move rapidly in different directions. Ripstress 0.25mg Tablet has no effect on sleep latency (time it takes to fall asleep).
Is Ripstress 0.25mg Tablet an antidepressant?
No, Ripstress 0.25mg Tablet is not an antidepressant. It treats generalized anxiety disorder with depressive symptoms. However, it can potentially alter patient mood.
