Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg 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 blocks the action of certain chemical messengers on the heart and blood vessels. This reduces heart rate and blood pressure.

Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg 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. It is important to inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or depression as this medicine may cause suicidal thoughts.

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 Paxam Forte Tablet

Treatment of Anxiety disorder

Benefits of Paxam Forte Tablet

In Treatment of Anxiety disorder

Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg 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 Generalised Anxiety Disorder. Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg Tablet 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 Paxam Forte 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 Paxam Forte

Confusion
Memory impairment
Drowsiness
Slow heart rate
Tiredness
Uncoordinated body movements
Nightmares
Cold extremities

How to use Paxam Forte 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. Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

How Paxam Forte Tablet works

Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Clonazepam and Propranolol. Clonazepam 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 Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg 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

Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg Tablet can cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is advisable for dose adjustment.

What if you forget to take Paxam Forte Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg 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.

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Quick tips

Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg 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.
Do not stop taking Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg Tablet unless your doctor tells you to do so. Stopping treatment suddenly can cause problems and your doctor will probably want you to reduce your dose gradually when this becomes necessary.
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.
Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress.
Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg 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.
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.
Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress.

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Habit Forming

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Therapeutic Class

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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.

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FAQs

Can I stop taking Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg Tablet if I feel well?

No, you should continue to take Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg Tablet even if you feel well. If you stop Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg Tablet suddenly, serious withdrawal problems may occur. Your doctor will decrease your dose gradually before asking you to stop Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg Tablet. No, you should continue to take Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg Tablet even if you feel well. If you stop Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg Tablet suddenly, serious withdrawal problems may occur. Your doctor will decrease your dose gradually before asking you to stop Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg Tablet.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the packet or container it came in, tightly closed. Store it as mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children, and other people.

Can I feel dizzy after taking Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg Tablet?

Yes, the use of Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg Tablet can make you feel dizzy. This may occur when you suddenly get up from lying or sitting position. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.

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Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg Tablet

Product introduction

Uses of Paxam Forte Tablet

Benefits of Paxam Forte Tablet

In Treatment of Anxiety disorder

Side effects of Paxam Forte Tablet

Common side effects of Paxam Forte

How to use Paxam Forte Tablet

How Paxam Forte Tablet works

Safety advice

What if you forget to take Paxam Forte Tablet?

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Quick tips

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Can I stop taking Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg Tablet if I feel well?

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg Tablet?

Can I feel dizzy after taking Paxam Forte 0.5mg/20mg Tablet?

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