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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Nov 30, 2024 | 3:22 PM IST
Azenap-15 Tablet is used for short-term treatment of anxiety or panic disorder. It contains Oxazepam, which relaxes muscles, reduces anxiety, and induces drowsiness. It may cause side effects such as muscle weakness, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, tiredness, double vision, or difficulty controlling movements.
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Composition

OXAZEPAM-15MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Consern Pharma Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-26

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About Azenap-15 Tablet

Azenap-15 Tablet belongs to a class of benzodiazepines called 'anxiolytic' or 'anti-anxiety agents' used for short-term (2-4 weeks) treatment of anxiety or panic disorder. Anxiety or panic disorder is a mental health disorder associated with unnecessary fear, worry, and excessive nervousness that may interfere with daily activities. The symptoms of anxiety include feeling more stress than required for that event and a lack of ability to set aside restlessness and worry.

Azenap-15 Tablet contains Oxazepam, an anti-anxiety drug that works by increasing the activity of GABA (a chemical messenger in the brain that acts as a natural nerve-calming agent) that is involved in inducing drowsiness. Thereby, Azenap-15 Tablet relaxes muscles, reduces anxiety, and induces drowsiness.

Take Azenap-15 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Azenap-15 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. Some people may experience muscle weakness, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, tiredness, double vision, or difficulty controlling movements. Most of these side effects of Azenap-15 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Azenap-15 Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor before using Azenap-15 Tablet . Avoid taking Azenap-15 Tablet if you are pregnant as it may cause withdrawal symptoms in the baby. Azenap-15 Tablet may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the baby, so avoid taking Azenap-15 Tablet if you are breastfeeding. Azenap-15 Tablet should be used with caution in elderly patients (above 65 years) as there is an increased risk of adverse effects. Azenap-15 Tablet should not be used in children (below 12 years) and teenagers until and unless prescribed by a doctor. Avoid consumption of alcohol with Azenap-15 Tablet as it may increase the sedative effects of Azenap-15 Tablet . Azenap-15 Tablet may cause drowsiness or affect concentration or attention, so avoid driving or doing hazardous tasks if you feel drowsy after taking Azenap-15 Tablet .

Uses of Azenap-15 Tablet

Treatment of Anxiety disorder

Medicinal Benefits

Azenap-15 Tablet contains Oxazepam, an anti-anxiety drug used in the short-term (2 to 4 weeks) treatment of anxiety disorder. Azenap-15 Tablet increases the activity of GABA (a chemical messenger in the brain that acts as a natural nerve-calming agent) that is involved in inducing drowsiness. Thereby, Azenap-15 Tablet relaxes muscles, reduces anxiety and induces drowsiness. Also, Azenap-15 Tablet is used to relieve anxiety caused due to alcohol withdrawal.

Directions for Use

Take Azenap-15 Tablet with or without food as advised by your doctor and swallow whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Azenap-15 Tablet

  • Muscle weakness
  • Drowsiness
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Tiredness
  • Double vision
  • Difficulty in controlling movements

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Azenap-15 Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid taking Azenap-15 Tablet if you are pregnant as it may cause withdrawal symptoms in the baby. Azenap-15 Tablet may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the baby. Therefore, avoid taking Azenap-15 Tablet if you are breastfeeding. Azenap-15 Tablet should be used with caution in elderly patients as there is an increased risk of adverse effects. Azenap-15 Tablet should not be used in children until and unless prescribed by a doctor. Avoid consumption of alcohol with Azenap-15 Tablet as it may increase the sedative effects of Azenap-15 Tablet . Azenap-15 Tablet may cause drowsiness or affect concentration. It is an offense to drive if Azenap-15 Tablet affects you. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy after taking Azenap-15 Tablet . If you have breathing difficulties, myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), phobia or obsession, depression, personality disorder, porphyria (an inherited condition causing stomach pain, skin blisters, and nervous system or brain disorders), history of drug abuse, sleep apnoea (sleep disorder in which breathing stops and starts repeatedly), kidney, liver or lung problems, inform your doctor before taking Azenap-15 Tablet .

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Azenap-15 Tablet may interact with gout medicine (probenecid), muscle relaxants (tizanidine, baclofen), anticonvulsants (phenytoin), antibiotic (rifampicin), antivirals (zidovudine, ritonavir), antiparkinson drug (levodopa), antipsychotics (aripiprazole, quetiapine), a drug used to treat nausea and vomiting (nabilone), antidepressants (duloxetine, venlafaxine, escitalopram, pregabalin, desvenlafaxine, sertraline), pain reliever and fever reducer (acetaminophen), opioid pain killers (codeine).

Drug-Food Interaction: Azenap-15 Tablet may interact with alcohol. Therefore, avoid intake of alcohol while taking Azenap-15 Tablet as it may increase side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, or difficulty in concentrating.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have breathing difficulties, myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), phobia or obsession, depression, personality disorder, porphyria (an inherited condition causing stomach pain, skin blisters, and nervous system or brain disorders), history of drug abuse, sleep apnoea (sleep disorder in which breathing stops and starts repeatedly), kidney, liver or lung problems, inform your doctor before taking Azenap-15 Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PROBENECID
  • TIZANIDINE
  • BACLOFEN
  • PHENYTOIN
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • ZIDOVUDINE
  • RITONAVIR
  • LEVODOPA
  • ARIPIPRAZOLE
  • QUETIAPINE
  • DULOXETINE
  • ESCITALOPRAM
  • VENLAFAXINE
  • PREGABALIN
  • DESVENLAFAXINE
  • SERTRALINE
  • ACETAMINOPHEN
  • CODEINE
  • NABILONE

Habit Forming

Yes

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do regular exercise and maintain a healthy body weight.
  • Maintain a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Avoid fried foods, high-fat dairy products, pastries, and processed foods as they may worsen anxiety.
  • Follow a regular sleep pattern. Do not take a nap during day time.
  • Avoid watching tv, and using mobiles or laptops just before bedtime.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase drowsiness.

Special Advise

Do not take Azenap-15 Tablet for a prolonged time as it may lead to mental or physical dependence on Azenap-15 Tablet .

Disease/Condition Glossary

Anxiety disorder: It is a mental health disorder associated with fear, worry, and excessive nervousness that may interfere with daily activities. The symptoms of anxiety include feeling more stress than required for that event and a lack of ability to set aside restlessness and worry. Anxiety can be treated by psychotherapy (meeting a psychologist) or medications.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Azenap-15 Tablet as it may increase the sedative effects of Azenap-15 Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Azenap-15 Tablet is a Category D pregnancy drug and is not recommended for pregnant women as it may cause withdrawal symptoms in the baby. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy before taking Azenap-15 Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Azenap-15 Tablet may be excreted in human milk and cause harm to the baby. Therefore, avoid taking Azenap-15 Tablet if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Unsafe

Azenap-15 Tablet may cause drowsiness or affect concentration. It is an offence to drive if Azenap-15 Tablet affects you. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy after taking Azenap-15 Tablet .

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Liver

Caution

Take Azenap-15 Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Azenap-15 Tablet in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.

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Children

Caution

Azenap-15 Tablet should not be used in children until and unless prescribed by a doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Consern Pharma Private Limited, Kuljive Mahajan(Mg. Director), Rural Focal Point, V.P.O. Tibba, Ludhiana - 141120, Punjab, India.
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FAQs

Azenap-15 Tablet is used for short-term (2-4 weeks) treatment of anxiety or panic disorder.
Azenap-15 Tablet contains Oxazepam, an anti-anxiety drug that works by increasing the activity of GABA (a chemical messenger in the brain that acts as a natural nerve-calming agent) that is involved in inducing drowsiness. Thereby, Azenap-15 Tablet relaxes muscles, reduces anxiety and induces drowsiness.
Azenap-15 Tablet may cause memory loss in some patients. It is advised to have 7 to 8 hours of continuous sleep to reduce such risk.
You are not recommended to take Azenap-15 Tablet with phenytoin (anticonvulsant) as co-administration of these medicines as it may increase the risk of adverse effects caused by Azenap-15 Tablet . However, please consult your doctor before using Azenap-15 Tablet with any other medicines, so that the dosage may be adjusted accordingly to use safely.
Yes, Azenap-15 Tablet may cause drowsiness or affect concentration. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid driving or any other activities that require mental alertness after taking Azenap-15 Tablet . Also, it is an offence to drive if Azenap-15 Tablet affects you.
You are recommended to use Azenap-15 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, avoid taking Azenap-15 Tablet for more than 4 weeks including time required for gradual dose reduction as prolonged use of Azenap-15 Tablet may increase the risk of dependence.
Azenap-15 Tablet is not recommended for patients suffering from myasthenia gravis (severe muscle weakness) as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have myasthenia gravis before taking Azenap-15 Tablet .
Azenap-15 Tablet may cause mental or physical dependence if used for a prolonged time, and the risk of dependence increases in patients with a history of drug abuse or alcoholism. Therefore, take Azenap-15 Tablet only in dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
It's generally not recommended to consume alcohol, even occasionally, while Azenap-15 Tablet . Alcohol can increase the nervous system side effects, such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. To ensure safety, it's best to avoid alcohol while on this medication.
Feeling dizzy is a common side effect of Azenap-15 Tablet . Don't stop taking it without consulting your doctor. Instead, rest and avoid driving or hazardous tasks for a while. Typically, dizziness resolves on its own over time. If the side effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor for relief or management.
Continue taking Azenap-15 Tablet as directed by your doctor. Do not stop or adjust the dosage without consulting your doctor, even if you're feeling better to ensure a full recovery.
The common side effects of Azenap-15 Tablet may include muscle weakness, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, tiredness, double vision, or difficulty controlling movements. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Take Azenap-15 Tablet with or without food as advised by your doctor and swallow whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush, or chew it.
If you forget a dose of Azenap-15 Tablet , take it immediately when you remember. However, if your next dose is near, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Never double dose to make up for a missed dose, as this may increase side effects.

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