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Anxozap 30 Tablet

Manufactured bySUN PHARMA LABORATORIES LTD
ContainsOxazepam
Description
Anxozap 30 Tablet is used to relieve the symptoms of anxiety and control the agitation in alcohol withdrawal patients. It should be started at lower doses and gradually increased. Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly as it may cause withdrawal symptoms like mood changes, irritability, dizziness, numbness in the hands or feet, and difficulty in falling asleep.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Anxozap 30 Tablet

  • Abdominal pain
  • Black or Tarry stools
  • Chest pain
  • Dizziness and Drowsiness
  • Headache
  • Sore throat
  • Trouble breathing
  • Yellow eyes or skin
  • Hallucinations
  • Trouble sleeping

Uses of Anxozap 30 Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Anxiety
  • Alcohol withdrawal
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time taken by this medicine to show its effect is subject to vary based on the individual and intended use.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which this medicine remains effective is subject to vary based on the individual and intended use.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe side effects such as dizziness, difficulty in concentration, impaired judgment, etc. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    Habit forming tendency has been reported.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to oxazepam or any other inactive ingredients present along with this medicine.

Acute alcohol intoxication

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with acute alcohol intoxication due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects.

Severe respiratory depression

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with severe breathing or chest problems due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

Myasthenia gravis

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with myasthenia gravis (weakness of muscles) due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

Closed angle glaucoma

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of Closed Angle Glaucoma due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

Psychotic reactions

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with depressive neuroses or any psychotic reactions due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings

Drug dependence

This medicine has the tendency to cause dependency and abuse particularly after prolonged use or excessive dosages. Individuals with a history of alcohol or substance abuse should be treated carefully when they are on Anxozap 30 Tablet. The withdrawal of this medicine should be tapered off gradually.

Driving or Operating machinery

This medicine may cause dizziness and drowsiness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Suicidal tendency

Use of benzodiazepines in depression conditions may increase the risk of suicide. Therefore this medicine should be used with caution and prescription size should be limited in patients with depression or suicidal tendencies.

Elderly population

Use with caution in individuals who are 60 years and above due to the increased risk of sedation and muscle weakness.

Withdrawal symptoms

This medicine should not be stopped immediately without informing the doctor due to the risk of withdrawal symptoms like convulsions, behavioral disorder, tremor, and anxiety. Gradual dose reduction should be made based on the outcomes in the patient.

Paradoxical reactions

Use of this medicine may cause paradoxical reactions such as aggressive behavior, agitation, nervousness, excitability, irritability, sleep disturbances, nightmares, etc. in some patients. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative might be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Obesity

This medicine should be used with caution in obese patients. Close monitoring of the clinical condition and appropriate dose adjustments may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Use in children

The safety and efficacy of this medicine in children less than 6 years of age is not clinically established. This medicine should be used with extreme caution in children 6 to 12 years of age.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe side effects such as dizziness, difficulty in concentration, impaired judgment, etc. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
Interaction with Medicine

Tramadol

Oxycodone

Codeine

Atenolol

Clozapine

Disease interactions

Liver Disease

This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with liver diseases due to the risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of the liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative might be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Hypotension

This medicine may decrease the blood pressure levels and therefore should be used with extreme caution in patients with hypotension (low blood pressure) due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of the blood pressure levels is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative might be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Renal Diseases

This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of the kidney function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative might be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Seizures

This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a known history of seizure disorders due to the increased risk of recurrent seizures. Treatment should be discontinued if the patient develops seizures or if there is an increase in the frequency of seizures in patients with a previous diagnosis of epilepsy. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered in such cases.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take this medicine exactly as instructed by your doctor. Taking the right quantity for the right duration is very critical since this medicine may be habit-forming. Close monitoring of the patient for any changes in behavior or mood is recommended during treatment with this medicine. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Causes sleepiness

How it works
It works by binding to certain chemicals in the brain and helps in relieving the symptoms.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Classification

Category

Benzodiazepines

Schedule

Schedule H

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