Zolastin Dosage & Drug Information

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Contents

Alprazolam

Indications/Uses

Anxiety; mixed anxiety including anxiety-related depression; panic disorders w/ or w/o agoraphobia.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Anxiety Initially 0.75-1.5 mg daily in divided doses. Panic disorder 0.5-1 mg at bed time, or 0.5 mg 3 times daily. Elderly 0.5-0.75 mg daily in divided doses, may be increased gradually.

Administration

May be taken with or without food: Side effects eg sleepiness/drowsiness may be reduced if taken immediately after meals.

Adverse Reactions

Sedation, drowsiness, ataxia, memory disturbances, dysarthria, dizziness, headache, constipation, dry mouth, fatigue, irritability, reduced appetite, mental confusion, disorientation, reduced libido, insomnia, body imbalance, abnormal coordination, attention disorders, hypersomnia, lethargy, tremor, blurred vision, nausea, reduced wt, wt gain, amnesia, muscle weakness.

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MIMS Class

Anxiolytics

ATC Classification

N05BA12 - alprazolam ; Belongs to the class of benzodiazepine derivatives anxiolytics. Used in the management of anxiety, agitation or tension.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Zolastin tab 1 mg

Packing/Price

5 × 10's

Zolastin

alprazolam

Manufacturer:

Gracia Pharmindo