Alam
Alam Products are primarily used for
Anxiety, Panic disorder
About Alam Products
Alam Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Alam are Memory impairment, Sleepiness, Nausea, Constipation, Difficulty in speaking, Impaired coordination, Abnormality of voluntary movements, Decreased libido.
How Alam Products work
Alprazolam 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.
Patient Concerns about Alam Products
Frequently asked questions about Alam Products
Frequently asked questions about Alprazolam
Q. What is Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule used for?
Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule is used to relieve excess (moderate to severe) anxiety and to treat anxiety associated with depression. It is not to be used for mild anxiety associated with the stress of day to day life situations.
Q. Is Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule safe?
Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. Is Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule addictive (habit-forming)?
Yes, the use of Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule has addictive potential. Its use is associated with the risk of addiction for physical or psychological effects. The abrupt discontinuation of Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule is therefore not advised to avoid serious withdrawal symptoms.
Q. Is Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule an opioid?
No, Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule is not an opioid, it belongs to a class of substances called benzodiazepines.
Q. Is Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule an anti-depressant?
No, Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule is not an anti-depressant. It is used to relieve excess anxiety and to treat anxiety associated with depression.
Q. Is Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule a narcotic substance?
No, Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule is not a narcotic substance. It belongs to the class of medicines known as benzodiazepines and is used for the treatment of anxiety.
Q. Can I take Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule for a hangover?
No, Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule is not indicated for managing a hangover. Rather, Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule should not be taken with alcohol as both the substances can cause excessive sleep (sedation) and depress your brain.
Q. Can I take Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule for anxiety?
Yes, Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule 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.
Q. Does Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule reduce blood pressure?
Lowering of blood pressure is seen if you take more than the prescribed dose of Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive fall in blood pressure while you are taking Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule.
Q. Does Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule make you sleepy?
Yes, Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule makes you sleepy. Sedation (sleepiness) is a very common side effect of Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor if you are prescribed Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule and your work requires you to remain alerted or you drive yourself as it may affect your driving.
Q. Does Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule cause weight gain?
Change in weight (both weight gain and weight loss) has been reported as a common side effect with Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor if you experience a disproportionate change in weight when you are taking Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule.
Q. Can I take Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule with hydrocodone?
Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule should not be taken with hydrocodone. Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule belong to a class of medicines called benzodiazepines and hydrocodone belongs to the class of medicines called opioids. Both the classes cause sedation (increased tendency to sleep) and respiratory depression (slow and difficult breathing). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule with paracetamol?
No, interactions have been reported between Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule and paracetamol. However, this does not mean that no interactions exist. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule for the rest of my life?
No, Alam OD 12.5mg Capsule should be taken only for a prescribed duration at prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.