Alprax 1mg Tablet SR is a prescription medicine used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. It alters brain activity, calms it, and provides relief from anxiety and panic attacks by relaxing the nerves.
Alprax 1mg 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 for habit-forming. Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication must not be stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor.
The most common side effects of this medicine are problems with coordination, low blood pressure (hypotension), and changes in sex drive. It may cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
Alprax 1mg Tablet SR should be avoided in individuals with a history of substance abuse or dependence, as it can be habit-forming. Do not take Alprax 1mg Tablet SR with alcohol or other sedatives, as it can cause excessive drowsiness and breathing difficulties. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult a doctor before use, as it may harm the baby. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery, as Alprax 1mg Tablet SR can cause drowsiness and dizziness.
Alprax 1mg Tablet SR reduces the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry. It can also reduce feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating, and irritability. It will help you go about your daily activities more easily and be more productive. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. Stopping it suddenly can cause serious problems. So, do not stop taking it without discussing it with your doctor.
In Treatment of Panic disorder
Alprax 1mg Tablet SR can help relieve symptoms of many panic disorders, including panic attacks. It can help you feel calmer and improve your ability to deal with problems. Do not stop taking it, even when you feel better, unless your doctor advises you to.
Side effects of Alprax Tablet SR
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Alprax
Impaired coordination
Hypotension (low blood pressure)
Difficulty in speaking
Altered libido
How to use Alprax Tablet SR
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. Alprax 1mg Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Alprax Tablet SR works
Alprax 1mg Tablet SR helps relieve anxiety and panic by calming the brain. It works by increasing the effects of a natural brain chemical called GABA, which reduces excessive brain activity. This creates a relaxing and calming effect, helping to ease feelings of worry, nervousness, and stress. It also helps with sleep and reduces muscle tension. However, since it can cause drowsiness and dependence if used for a long time, it should be taken only as prescribed by a doctor.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Alprax 1mg Tablet SR.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Alprax 1mg Tablet SR is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Alprax 1mg Tablet SR is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Alprax 1mg Tablet SR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Alprax 1mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Alprax 1mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Alprax 1mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Alprax 1mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Alprax Tablet SR?
If you miss a dose of Alprax 1mg Tablet SR, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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The addiction/habit-forming potential of this medicine is very high. Take it only as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor.
Alprax 1mg Tablet SR 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, tremors, and confusion.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Benzodiazepines Derivative
Habit Forming
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Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Benzodiazepines
Interaction with drugs
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Anxiety is the result of a hyperarousal state of nervous system due to a low threshold for threat perception. In simpler words, it's an ongoing flight or fight response. It can elicit a neuro-hormonal response understood as Flight or Fright reaction kicking in physiological cascade of symptoms ranging from palpitations, tachycardia, breathlessness, increased bowel movement, increase frequency of urination, dizziness, muscle tension or pain, trembling, dizziness, blurring of vision to restlessness, confusion and fainting spells. Chronic stress causes prolonged anxiety response with the consequences of slowed me ration, lack of concentration, headaches, fluctuations in blood pressure and increased wear and tear of body tissues. Identifying your stressors, learning to deal with them, de stressing regularly by doing something that makes one feel good, yoga and meditation are some non pharmacological strategies to deal with it. If the condition is persisting for a long time, it's better to see a psychiatrist.
I have suffered with anxiety, feeling of heart beat, nurvousness and sleeping disorder from last one month. Presently taking alprazolam 0.25 But it is very difficult to get sleep at night. However I have no any type of stress. Never use alcohol and other drugs. Please suggest me. can I use GABA supplement to cure my problem. I did hard exercise two months before .
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
Anxiety is not necessarily due to a stressor you are conscious of. It can also be due to one's personality, perceptions and a hyperarousal of nervous system. It's inappropriate to take alprax regularly without clinical supervision. Please see a psychiatrist so that you can be adequately assessed and treated for your problems.
I am suffering from acute anxiety disorder and panic attack kindly suggest me I am suffering from acute anxiety disorder and panic attack kindly suggest me
Dr. Manju Singh
Homeopathy
Dear PATIENT the basis of information you have provided you can consider following homeopathic medicine:Gelsemium 30, Dilution, ADEL Dosage: 4 drops in 1 teaspoon of water, 3 times a day. LINK: http://www.1mgayush.com/products/Gelsemium./Standard
Since last 2 yrs I am sufferin from insomnia. All though I dont feel any stress and no tension. I hv started taking ALPRAX 0.25 pil pl suggest Hi i m waiting for ur response
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
Sleep problems are often caused by underlying physical and/ or psychological cause. This requires examination of the patient so that proper treatment can be initiated. Often stress/ anxiety/ depression or mood disorder needs to be dealt with and sleeping pills are not adequate treatment. Please go through the link below - http://drjyotikapoor.com/2015/01/26/sleep-disorders/
What were the side-effects while using Alprax 1mg Tablet SR?
No Side Effec*
71%
Lightheadedne*
14%
Drowsiness
14%
*No Side Effect, Lightheadedness
How do you take Alprax Tablet SR?
With food
75%
With or witho*
25%
*With or without food
Please rate Alprax 1mg Tablet SR on price
Expensive
67%
Not Expensive
25%
Average
8%
FAQs
Is Alprax 1mg Tablet SR safe?
Alprax 1mg Tablet SR is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Is Alprax 1mg Tablet SR addictive (habit-forming)?
Yes, the use of Alprax 1mg Tablet SR has addictive potential. Its use is associated with the risk of physical or psychological addiction. The abrupt discontinuation of Alprax 1mg Tablet SR is not advised to avoid serious withdrawal symptoms.
Is Alprax 1mg Tablet SR an opioid?
No, Alprax 1mg Tablet SR is not an opioid; it belongs to a class of substances called benzodiazepines.
Is Alprax 1mg Tablet SR an anti-depressant?
No, Alprax 1mg Tablet SR is not an antidepressant. It is used to relieve excess anxiety and to treat anxiety associated with depression.
Can I take Alprax 1mg Tablet SR for a hangover?
No, Alprax 1mg Tablet SR is not indicated for managing a hangover. Rather, Alprax 1mg Tablet SR should not be taken with alcohol as both substances can cause excessive sleep (sedation) and depress your brain.
Can I take Alprax 1mg Tablet SR for anxiety?
Yes, Alprax 1mg Tablet SR is used to relieve excess (moderate to severe) anxiety and to treat anxiety associated with depression. It is not recommended for mild anxiety associated with the stress of day-to-day life situations.
Does Alprax 1mg Tablet SR reduce blood pressure?
Lowering of blood pressure is seen if you take more than the prescribed dose of Alprax 1mg Tablet SR. Please consult your doctor if you experience an excessive fall in blood pressure while you are taking Alprax 1mg Tablet SR.
Does Alprax 1mg Tablet SR make you sleepy?
Yes, Alprax 1mg Tablet SR makes you sleepy. Sedation (sleepiness) is a very common side effect of Alprax 1mg Tablet SR. Please consult your doctor if you are prescribed Alprax 1mg Tablet SR and your work requires you to remain alert or if you drive yourself, as it may affect your driving.
Can I take Alprax 1mg Tablet SR with hydrocodone?
Alprax 1mg Tablet SR should not be taken with hydrocodone. Alprax 1mg Tablet SR belongs to a class of medicines called benzodiazepines, and hydrocodone belongs to the class of medicines called opioids. Both classes cause sedation (increased tendency to sleep) and respiratory depression (slow and difficult breathing). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Can I take Alprax 1mg Tablet SR for the rest of my life?
No, Alprax 1mg Tablet SR should be taken only for a prescribed duration at prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
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References
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Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 44-45.