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Composition :

ETIZOLAM-0.5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Theo Pharma Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANXIOLYTICS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Theo Pharma Pvt Ltd, 401, Sachet-3, Mirambica School Road, Naranpura, Naranpura
Other Info - ETO0496

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FAQs

No, you are not recommended to take Etola MD-0.5 Tablet with opioids as co-administration of these medicines may cause breathing problems, drowsiness or other adverse effects. However, before using Etola MD-0.5 Tablet with any other medicines, you are advised to contact your doctor so that the dosage may be adjusted accordingly to use safely.

Yes, Etola MD-0.5 Tablet may cause drowsiness. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid driving or any other activities that require mental alertness after taking Etola MD-0.5 Tablet .

No, you are not recommended to stop taking Etola MD-0.5 Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may cause withdrawal symptoms such as palpitations (the sensation that heart skipped a beat or extra beat), anxiety, confusion, difficulty in sleeping and tremors. Therefore, take Etola MD-0.5 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Etola MD-0.5 Tablet , please consult your doctor so that the dose may be gradually reduced.

Yes, Etola MD-0.5 Tablet may cause mental or physical dependence if used for a prolonged time. Therefore, take Etola MD-0.5 Tablet only in dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

No, Etola MD-0.5 Tablet is not recommended for patients suffering from myasthenia gravis (severe muscle weakness) as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have myasthenia gravis before taking Etola MD-0.5 Tablet .

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Etola MD-0.5 Tablet as it may increase the risk of drowsiness and other adverse effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Etola MD-0.5 Tablet is a Category C pregnancy drug, and safety is unknown. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Etola MD-0.5 Tablet is excreted in human milk. Please consult a doctor before using Etola MD-0.5 Tablet while breastfeeding.

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Driving

Unsafe

Etola MD-0.5 Tablet may cause dizziness, double vision or drowsiness in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy, dizzy or experience any vision problems after taking Etola MD-0.5 Tablet .

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Liver

Caution

Take Etola MD-0.5 Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Etola MD-0.5 Tablet in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.

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Children

Caution

The safety of Etola MD-0.5 Tablet in children is unknown. Please consult a doctor.

About Etola MD-0.5 Tablet

Etola MD-0.5 Tablet belongs to a class of 'anxiolytic' (anxiety reducer) called benzodiazepine primarily used in the treatment of anxiety disorder, panic disorder and insomnia (difficulty in falling or staying asleep). Anxiety is a mental health disorder associated with fear, worry and excessive nervousness. Insomnia is a disorder of sleep that causes difficulty in falling asleep or staying asleep. Panic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder that causes sudden feelings of fear even when there is no real danger with symptoms like a fast heartbeat.

Etola MD-0.5 Tablet reduces anxiety/panic, induces sleep and relaxes muscles due to fits episodes. It works by increasing the activity of GABA (a chemical messenger in the brain that acts as a natural nerve-calming agent) and is involved in inducing sleep. Thereby, Etola MD-0.5 Tablet relaxes muscles, reduces anxiety and helps to fall asleep.

Take Etola MD-0.5 Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise how often you take Etola MD-0.5 Tablet based on your medical condition. Most common side effects of Etola MD-0.5 Tablet include drowsiness, ataxia (neurological conditions which affect balance and coordination), dysarthria (difficulty speaking), nystagmus (involuntary eye movement) and blepharospasm (involuntary closure of eyelids). Most of these side effects of Etola MD-0.5 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Etola MD-0.5 Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Etola MD-0.5 Tablet . Etola MD-0.5 Tablet should be used with caution in elderly patients as there is an increased risk of adverse reactions such as dizziness, muscle weakness and drowsiness. Do not take Etola MD-0.5 Tablet with opioids as it may cause breathing problems or other severe adverse effects. Respiratory depressant effects of Etola MD-0.5 Tablet are life-threatening in patients with severe chronic obstructive airways disease (COPD) and asthma. Overdose may lead to rhabdomyolysis (the breakdown of muscle tissue) and hypothermia (a dangerous drop in body temperature). Alcohol consumption with Etola MD-0.5 Tablet may potentiate the toxic effect of the drug.

Uses of Etola MD-0.5 Tablet

Anxiety disorder, Panic disorder, Insomnia (sleep disorder)

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Medicinal Benefits

Etola MD-0.5 Tablet is an anxiolytic drug (reduces anxiety) that is used to treat anxiety, panic disorder over a short period and insomnia (difficulty in falling or staying asleep). Etola MD-0.5 Tablet increases the activity of GABA (a chemical messenger in the brain that acts as a natural nerve-calming agent) and is involved in inducing sleep. Thereby, Etola MD-0.5 Tablet relaxes muscles, reduces anxiety and helps to fall asleep.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it with or without food as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it. Tablet MD: Take it with or without food as advised by the doctor. Do not handle the tablet with wet hands. Put it in your mouth and allow it to dissolve slowly. Do not swallow the tablet.

Side Effects of Etola MD-0.5 Tablet

  • Drowsiness
  • Ataxia (neurological conditions which affect balance and coordination)
  • Dysarthria (difficulty speaking)
  • Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement)
  • Blepharospasm (involuntary closure of eyelids)

Drug Warnings

Do not take Etola MD-0.5 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding as it may cause adverse effects in the baby. Etola MD-0.5 Tablet should be used with caution in elderly patients as there is an increased risk of adverse reactions such as dizziness, muscle weakness and drowsiness. Inform your doctor if you have myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), chronic pulmonary insufficiency, drug addiction, kidney or liver problems before taking Etola MD-0.5 Tablet . Do not take Etola MD-0.5 Tablet with opioids as it may cause breathing problems, drowsiness, coma and even death.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CLONIDINE
  • MOXONIDINE
  • MINOXIDIL
  • CLONAZEPAM
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • PAROXETINE
  • BUPROPION
  • CODEINE
  • ZOLPIDEM
  • FLUCONAZOLE
  • CIMETIDINE
  • ESOMEPRAZOLE
  • OMEPRAZOLE
  • CLOZAPINE
  • DISULFIRAM
  • LOFEXIDINE
  • HYDRALAZINE
  • NITROPRUSSIDE
  • FLUVOXAMINE
  • TRAZODONE
  • MORPHINE
  • CISAPRIDE
  • DIAZOXIDE
  • PHENYTOIN

Habit Forming

Yes

Special Advise

Do not take Etola MD-0.5 Tablet for a prolonged time as it may lead to mental or physical dependence on Etola MD-0.5 Tablet .

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do regular exercise and maintain healthy body weight.
  • Maintain a diet rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Avoid fried foods, high-fat dairy products, pastries and processed foods as they may worsen anxiety.
  • Follow a regular sleep pattern. Do not take a nap during day time.
  • Avoid watching tv, using mobiles or laptops just before bedtime.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase drowsiness.

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