Exilam
Exilam Products are primarily used for
Short term anxiety, Insomnia
About Exilam Products
Exilam Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Exilam are Altered libido, Confusion, Depression, Drowsiness, Fainting, Headache, Muscle coordination impaired, Muscle weakness, Sedation, Slurred speech, Tremors, Visual impairment.
How Exilam Products work
Etizolam 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 Exilam Products
Frequently asked questions about Exilam Products
Frequently asked questions about Etizolam
Q. Does Exilam MD-0.25 Tablet have abuse potential?
Yes, there are several reports mentioning the abuse potential of Exilam MD-0.25 Tablet. Therefore, it should be used with caution in patients prone to drug abuse.
Q. What are the advantages of Exilam MD-0.25 Tablet over other benzodiazepines (BZDs)?
As compared to other benzodiazepines, Exilam MD-0.25 Tablet has lesser sedative effects, lower dependence, and lower tolerance. However, long-term use can reduce the effectivity of the medicine and may cause dependence and addiction.
Q. What happens if you stop taking Exilam MD-0.25 Tablet suddenly?
Stopping Exilam MD-0.25 Tablet suddenly may cause withdrawal symptoms which may include anxiety, insomnia, headache, dizziness, ringing sound in ear (tinnitus), eating disorder (anorexia), vomiting, nausea, tremor, weakness, excessive sweating (perspiration), irritability, hypersensitivity to visual and auditory stimuli. Stopping the medicine suddenly may also cause palpitations, fast heart rate and postural hypotension (drop in blood pressure on standing). In severe and rare cases of withdrawal from high doses, patients may develop seizures, mental disorder (psychosis), agitation, confusion, and hallucinations.
Q. How long does Exilam MD-0.25 Tablet take to work?
Oral doses of Exilam MD-0.25 Tablet begin working within 30-60 minutes and peak at 3-4 hours. The medicine remains in the body for 6-8 hours although higher doses can last longer.
Q. Is Exilam MD-0.25 Tablet a muscle relaxant?
Yes, like benzodiazepines, it causes muscle relaxation, but otherwise it is mainly used for anxiety.
Q. Is Exilam MD-0.25 Tablet good for sleep?
Like other benzodiazepines, it causes sleepiness but is mainly used for anxiety disorder. It increases total sleep time and decreases the proportion of rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, wherein your eyes move quickly in different directions. Exilam MD-0.25 Tablet had no effect on sleep latency (amount of time it takes you to go from being fully awake to being asleep).
Q. Is Exilam MD-0.25 Tablet an antidepressant?
No, Exilam MD-0.25 Tablet is not an antidepressant. It is used for the treatment of generalized anxiety disorder with depressive symptoms. But, it may affect patient's mood.
Products for Exilam
Exilam MD-0.25 Tablet
strip of 10 tablet md
MRP
₹39
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Exilam MD-0.5 Tablet
strip of 10 tablet md
MRP
₹65
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