Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat epilepsy (seizures) and anxiety disorder. It helps to decrease the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells and calms the brain.
Lonapam 0.5mg 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 a dose, 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 medicine suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase the seizure frequency and can cause nausea, anxiety, flu-like symptoms, and muscle pain.
Some common side effects of this medicine include fatigue, depression and impaired coordination. 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. It is important to inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or depression as this medicine may cause suicidal thoughts.
Lonapam 0.5mg 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 a dose, 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 medicine suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase the seizure frequency and can cause nausea, anxiety, flu-like symptoms, and muscle pain.
Some common side effects of this medicine include fatigue, depression and impaired coordination. 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. It is important to inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or depression as this medicine may cause suicidal thoughts.
Uses of Lonapam Tablet
Benefits of Lonapam Tablet
In Treatment of Anxiety disorder
Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet stops 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.
In Treatment of Epilepsy/Seizures
Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet slows down electrical signals in the brain which cause seizures (fits). It can also help reduce symptoms such as confusion, uncontrollable jerking movements, loss of awareness, and fear or anxiety. The medicine can allow you to do some activities that you would otherwise be forbidden or scared to do (such as swimming and driving). It can take a few weeks for this medicine to work (because the dose has to be increased slowly) and during this time you may still have seizures. Do not stop using this medicine even if you feel well, until your doctor advises you to. Missing doses may trigger a seizure.
Side effects of Lonapam 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 Lonapam
- Constipation
- Blurred vision
- Abnormal behavior
- Sleepiness
- Cognitive impairment
- Abnormality of voluntary movements
- Depression
- Nervousness
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Allergic reaction
- Influenza
- Pain during periods
- Difficulty in speaking
- Emotional lability
- Decreased libido
- Memory impairment
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Drowsiness
How to use Lonapam 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. Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Lonapam Tablet works
Lonapam 0.5mg 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet 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
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet can cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Use of Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet can cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Lonapam Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Lonapam 0.5mg 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.\n
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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.
- Inform your doctor if you experience worsen anxiety, depression angry, or violent behavior and mania while taking this medicine.
- 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.
- 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.
- Inform your doctor if you experience worsen anxiety, depression angry, or violent behavior and mania while taking this medicine.
- 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Benzodiazepines Derivative
Habit Forming
Yes
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Benzodiazepines
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet
Thrice A Day
60%
Twice A Day
20%
Once A Day
20%
What are you using Lonapam Tablet for?
Anxiety disor*
83%
Others
17%
*Anxiety disorder
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
67%
Average
20%
Poor
13%
What were the side-effects while using Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet?
Drowsiness
29%
No Side Effec*
29%
Sleepiness
14%
Fatigue
14%
Dizziness
14%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Lonapam Tablet?
With or witho*
75%
With food
25%
*With or without food
Please rate Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet on price
Not Expensive
42%
Average
33%
Expensive
25%
FAQs
Is Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet a sleeping pill?
Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines called benzodiazepines and is used to treat anxiety, stop seizures (fits) or relax tense muscles. This can also help relieve difficulty sleeping (insomnia), and is usually prescribed for a short period of time, if used to treat sleeping problems. You should take it in the dose and duration advised by the doctor.
Does Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet cause sleepiness? If yes, then should I stop driving while taking Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet?
Yes, Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet causes drowsiness very commonly. It also causes forgetfulness and affects muscular function which may adversely affect your ability to drive. Sometimes, drowsiness persists even on the following day. So, in case Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet makes you sleepy and affects your alertness, you should avoid driving.
For how long should I take Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet?
The duration of treatment with Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet is mainly as short as possible. Your doctor will evaluate you after 4 weeks of treatment in order to assess the need for continuation of treatment, especially if you do not have any symptoms. Before taking you off this medicine, your doctor may gradually decrease your dose to prevent any withdrawal side effects. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the most benefit.
Is it safe to take Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet and alcohol together?
No, it is not at all recommended to take alcohol with Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet since it can cause breathing problems, sleepiness and heart problems. Taking Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet with alcohol may make you sleepy and your breathing may become so shallow that you may not wake up. This may even lead to death.
Is Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet addictive?
People taking Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet in high doses or for a long term may become addicted to it. Also, people with a history of alcoholism and drug abuse are more likely to become addicted to Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet. Therefore, Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet should be taken for the shortest possible time and in the lowest effective dose.
Can I stop taking Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet if I start feeling better?
No, do not stop taking Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet suddenly as you may experience withdrawal effects like depression, nervousness, difficulty in sleeping, irritability, sweating, upset stomach or diarrhea. Stopping it suddenly may even bring back the symptoms and make them harder to treat. You may also experience mood changes, anxiety, restlessness and changes in sleep patterns. These effects may occur even after taking low doses for a short period of time.
Are there any foods we need to avoid while taking Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet?
Yes, you should avoid taking foods containing caffeine such as tea, coffee, chocolates etc., while taking Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet. This is because caffeine stimulates your brain and Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet calms the brain. So, taking too much caffeine can affect the calming ability of this medicine and worsen your condition. Also, you should avoid taking alcohol while on treatment with Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet. Alcohol can cause excessive sleepiness and make you more drowsy and inattentive. Talk to your doctor if you have any other doubts regarding your diet while taking Lonapam 0.5mg Tablet.
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Name: Shine Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: 308-310 Dwarkesh Complex, Sun Pharma Road, Po:Atladra, Vadodara-390 012., Gujarat, India.
Country of origin: India
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