Zelam
Zelam Products are primarily used for
Anxiety, Panic disorder
About Zelam Products
Zelam Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Zelam are Memory impairment, Sleepiness, Nausea, Constipation, Difficulty in speaking, Impaired coordination, Abnormality of voluntary movements, Decreased libido.
How Zelam 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 Zelam Products
Frequently asked questions about Zelam Products
Frequently asked questions about Alprazolam
Q. What is Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR used for?
Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR 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 Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR safe?
Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. Is Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR addictive (habit-forming)?
Yes, the use of Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR has addictive potential. Its use is associated with the risk of addiction for physical or psychological effects. The abrupt discontinuation of Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR is therefore not advised to avoid serious withdrawal symptoms.
Q. Is Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR an opioid?
No, Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR is not an opioid, it belongs to a class of substances called benzodiazepines.
Q. Is Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR an anti-depressant?
No, Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR is not an anti-depressant. It is used to relieve excess anxiety and to treat anxiety associated with depression.
Q. Is Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR a narcotic substance?
No, Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR 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 Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR for a hangover?
No, Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR is not indicated for managing a hangover. Rather, Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR should not be taken with alcohol as both the substances can cause excessive sleep (sedation) and depress your brain.
Q. Can I take Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR for anxiety?
Yes, Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR 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 Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR reduce blood pressure?
Lowering of blood pressure is seen if you take more than the prescribed dose of Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive fall in blood pressure while you are taking Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR.
Q. Does Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR make you sleepy?
Yes, Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR makes you sleepy. Sedation (sleepiness) is a very common side effect of Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR. Please consult your doctor if you are prescribed Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR and your work requires you to remain alerted or you drive yourself as it may affect your driving.
Q. Does Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR cause weight gain?
Change in weight (both weight gain and weight loss) has been reported as a common side effect with Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR. Please consult your doctor if you experience a disproportionate change in weight when you are taking Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR.
Q. Can I take Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR with hydrocodone?
Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR should not be taken with hydrocodone. Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR 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 Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR with paracetamol?
No, interactions have been reported between Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR 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 Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR for the rest of my life?
No, Zelam 0.5mg Tablet SR should be taken only for a prescribed duration at prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.