Ambulax ETM Tablet
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Product introduction
Ambulax ETM Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat anxiety disorder. It calms the brain by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells. It also blocks the action of certain chemical messengers of the heart and blood vessels.
Ambulax ETM Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach. 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 advised by your doctor as it has high habit-forming potential. If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important not to stop taking this medicine suddenly as it may cause withdrawal symptoms. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine as this may reduce its effectiveness.
Some common side effects of this medicine include confusion, memory impairment, slow heart rate, tiredness, and nightmare. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness. So, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Let your doctor know if you experience increased swelling around your legs or ankles, sudden weight gain or sudden shortness of breath while on the treatment.
Take caution while taking medicine if you are suffering from liver disease. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Ambulax ETM Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach. 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 advised by your doctor as it has high habit-forming potential. If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important not to stop taking this medicine suddenly as it may cause withdrawal symptoms. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine as this may reduce its effectiveness.
Some common side effects of this medicine include confusion, memory impairment, slow heart rate, tiredness, and nightmare. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness. So, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Let your doctor know if you experience increased swelling around your legs or ankles, sudden weight gain or sudden shortness of breath while on the treatment.
Take caution while taking medicine if you are suffering from liver disease. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Uses of Ambulax ETM Tablet
Benefits of Ambulax ETM Tablet
In Treatment of Anxiety disorder
Ambulax ETM Tablet is thought to work by stopping your brain from releasing the chemicals that make you feel anxious so it can reduce the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry. It can also reduce feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating, feeling irritable and sleep problems that often come with Anxiety disorder. It will therefore help you go about your daily activities more easily and be more productive. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. Stopping suddenly can cause serious problems.
Side effects of Ambulax ETM Tablet
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 Ambulax ETM
- Confusion
- Memory impairment
- Drowsiness
- Slow heart rate
- Tiredness
- Uncoordinated body movements
- Nightmares
- Cold extremities
How to use Ambulax ETM Tablet
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. Ambulax ETM Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How Ambulax ETM Tablet works
Ambulax ETM Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Etizolam and Propranolol. Etizolam is a benzodiazepine. It works by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in brain. Propranolol is a beta blocker which blocks the action of certain chemical messengers on the heart and blood vessels. This reduces heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ambulax ETM Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ambulax ETM Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Ambulax ETM Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Ambulax ETM Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Ambulax ETM Tablet may cause visual disturbances, hallucinations, fatigue, mental confusion, dizziness or tiredness. This may affect your driving ability.
Ambulax ETM Tablet may cause visual disturbances, hallucinations, fatigue, mental confusion, dizziness or tiredness. This may affect your driving ability.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Ambulax ETM Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Ambulax ETM Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ambulax ETM Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is advisable for dose adjustment.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is advisable for dose adjustment.
What if you forget to take Ambulax ETM Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Ambulax ETM Tablet, 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Ambulax ETM Tablet
₹5.23/Tablet
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Quick tips
- Ambulax ETM Tablet is used for the treatment of anxiety.
- It can take a week or two after starting this treatment before the effect begins to build up, and 4-6 weeks before you feel the full benefit. Do not stop taking it after a week or two, feeling it is not helping.
- Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may feel dizzy. Get up slowly and steady yourself to prevent a fall.
- If you are due to have an operation or dental treatment, it is important to tell the person carrying out the treatment that you are taking this medicine.
- Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress.
- Ambulax ETM Tablet is used for the treatment of anxiety.
- It can take a week or two after starting this treatment before the effect begins to build up, and 4-6 weeks before you feel the full benefit. Do not stop taking it after a week or two, feeling it is not helping.
- Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may feel dizzy. Get up slowly and steady yourself to prevent a fall.
- If you are due to have an operation or dental treatment, it is important to tell the person carrying out the treatment that you are taking this medicine.
- Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Ambulax ETM Tablet for?
Anxiety disor*
50%
Others
50%
*Anxiety disorder
How much was the improvement?
Poor
100%
What were the side-effects while using Ambulax ETM Tablet?
Confusion
100%
How do you take Ambulax ETM Tablet?
Empty stomach
100%
Please rate Ambulax ETM Tablet on price
Not Expensive
67%
Average
33%
FAQs
Can I stop taking Ambulax ETM Tablet if I feel well?
No, you should continue taking Ambulax ETM Tablet even if you feel well. If you stop Ambulax ETM Tablet suddenly, serious withdrawal problems may occur. Your doctor will decrease your dose gradually before asking you to stop Ambulax ETM Tablet.
Can the use of Ambulax ETM Tablet cause sleepiness?
Yes, Ambulax ETM Tablet can make you feel sleepy. Avoid driving, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities till you know how this medicine affects you.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Ambulax ETM Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
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- Drug Enforcement Administration. Etizolam. [Accessed 22 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Drugs.com. Propranolol. [Accessed 22 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Name: Unimarck Pharma India Ltd
Address: SCO 264SECTOR 32 CHANDIGARH UT CH 000000 IN
Country of origin: India
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