Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR
Manufacturer
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Alprazolam (1.5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR is a benzodiazepine used to treat anxiety. It alters brain activity, calms it, and provides relief from panic attacks by relaxing the nerves.
Dosage Form
Tablet SR
Introduction
Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to 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 a dose, take it as soon as you remember it and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to the 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. Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR 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
The addiction / habit-forming potential of this medicine is very high. 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.
Frequently asked questions
What is Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR used for?
Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR is used to relieve moderate to severe anxiety and to treat anxiety associated with depression, but it is not intended for mild anxiety related to daily life stress.
Is Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR safe?
When taken at prescribed doses for the recommended duration by a doctor, Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR is considered safe.
Is Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR addictive (habit-forming)?
Yes, the use of Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR carries an addictive potential and can lead to physical or psychological dependence. Abruptly stopping its use may result in withdrawal symptoms.
Is Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR an opioid?
No, Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR belongs to a different class of substances called benzodiazepines.
Is Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR an anti-depressant?
No, it is not classified as an antidepressant; rather, it is used for anxiety associated with depression.
Is Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR a narcotic substance?
No, it does not belong to the class of narcotics and is used for treating anxiety.
Can I take Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR for a hangover?
Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR should not be taken for managing a hangover; taking it with alcohol can cause excessive sleepiness and depress the brain.
Can I take Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR for anxiety?
Yes, but only for moderate to severe anxiety associated with depression, not for mild daily life-related stress.
Does Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR reduce blood pressure?
Taking more than the prescribed dose may lower your blood pressure; consult your doctor if you experience excessive falls in blood pressure while taking Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR.
Does Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR make you sleepy?
Yes, it causes sedation (sleepiness), which is a common side effect; consult your doctor if you need to stay alert or drive yourself.
Does Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR cause weight gain?
Changes in weight have been reported as a common side effect; please consult your doctor if you experience an disproportionate change in weight while taking Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR.
Can I take Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR with hydrocodone?
Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR should not be taken with hydrocodone, as both belong to different classes that cause sedation and respiratory depression; consult your doctor before taking them together.
Can I take Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR with paracetamol?
There have been reported interactions between Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR and paracetamol, but this does not mean that no interactions exist; consult your doctor before taking them together.
Can I take Zolax 1.5mg Tablet SR for the rest of my life?
No, it should only be taken for a prescribed duration at prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
