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Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet is used to treat anxiety disorder. It contains Etizolam and Propanolol, which suppresses the excessive and abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain and reduces blood pressure, heart rate, and workload on the heart. It may cause side effects such as confusion, slow heart rate, memory impairment, tiredness, cold extremities, uncoordinated body movements, and drowsiness. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Consern Pharma Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

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3 Days Returnable

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Jan-27

About Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet

Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet is used to treat anxiety disorder. An anxiety disorder is a mental condition characterized by feelings of excessive fear or worry that affect an individual's daily activities. High levels of anxiety can cause panic attacks, with intense feelings of nervousness, fear, sudden onset of sweating, hyperventilation, fast heartbeat, and skin flushing.

Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet contains Etizolam (benzodiazepine) and Propanolol (a beta-blocker), used to treat anxiety. Etizolam works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger, GABA, which suppresses the excessive and abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain. Propanolol works by blocking a certain chemical messenger in the heart and blood vessels, reducing blood pressure, heart rate, and workload on the heart.

Take Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience confusion, slow heart rate, memory impairment, tiredness, cold extremities, uncoordinated body movements, and drowsiness. Most of these side effects of Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.  

If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet contains Etizolam, a habit-forming drug, so take it in dose and duration prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop taking Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet even if you feel better, as it may lead to withdrawal symptoms. Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet is known to cause drowsiness, so do not drive or operate machinery. Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may reduce the effectiveness of Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet .

Uses of Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet

Treatment of Anxiety disorder.

Directions for Use

Swallow the medicine as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet is a combination drug containing 'anti-anxiety medication', primarily used to treat anxiety disorder. It contains Etizolam (benzodiazepine) and Propanolol (a beta-blocker), used to treat anxiety. Etizolam works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger, GABA, which suppresses the excessive and abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain. Propanolol works by blocking a certain chemical messenger in the heart and blood vessels, reducing blood pressure, heart rate, and workload on the heart.

How Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet Works

Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet contains Etizolam (benzodiazepine) and Propanolol (a beta-blocker), used to treat anxiety. Etizolam works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger, GABA, which suppresses the excessive and abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain. Propanolol works by blocking a certain chemical messenger in the heart and blood vessels, reducing blood pressure, heart rate, and workload on the heart.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet

  • Confusion

  • Slow heart rate

  • Memory impairment

  • Tiredness

  • Nightmares

  • Cold extremities

  • Uncoordinated body movements

  • Drowsiness

  • Blurring of vision

  • Loss of appetite

  • Diarrhoea

  • Dry eyes

  • Mood swings

What if I have taken an overdose of Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet if you are allergic to Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet or any of its ingredients. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before starting Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet as it may cause adverse effects in the baby. Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in elderly patients as there is an increased risk of adverse reactions such as dizziness, muscle weakness, and drowsiness. Inform your doctor if you have myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), chronic pulmonary insufficiency, drug addiction, kidney or liver problems before taking Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet . Do not take Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet with opioids as it may cause breathing problems, drowsiness, coma, and even death.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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PropranololTizanidine
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PropranololThioridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of thioridazine with Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's may increase the blood levels of thioridazine and cause an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's and thioridazine, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and shortness of breath contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
PropranololTizanidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of tizanidine and Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's may further lower your blood pressure due to the additive effect.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's together with Tizanidine can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in heart rate. Do not stop taking any medication without consulting your doctor.
PropranololIobenguane (131i)
Severe
How does the drug interact with Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of iobenguane (131i) and Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's may interfere with the effects of iobenguane I-131 in treating your condition.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's and Iobenguane (131i), you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
PropranololDisopyramide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's:
Taking Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's and disopyramide together can enhance the effects of disopyramide.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there may be an interaction, disopyramide can be taken with Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's if prescribed by your doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience dizziness, fainting, palpitations, or slow or fast heart rate, consult your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without consulting your doctor.
PropranololFormoterol
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How does the drug interact with Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's with formoterol can reduce the effects of both medications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's and Formoterol together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
PropranololBitolterol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's:
Using Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's together with bitolterol may reduce the benefits of both medications, since they have opposing effects in the body. In addition, Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's can sometimes cause breathing problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's with Bitolterol together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
PropranololAtenolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's:
Taking atenolol and Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's together may lower your blood pressure excessively which may lead to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Combined use of atenolol and Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's may result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
PropranololClonidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Clonidine and Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's may lower blood pressure and slower heart rate.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Clonidine and Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience headaches, slow heartbeat, dizziness, or feeling like you might pass out, contact your doctor.
PropranololCeritinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's:
Combining ceritinib with Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's can decrease heart rate and increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Posaconazole together with Ceritinib can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience lightheadedness, generalized weakness, dizziness, or shortness of breath, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications consulting a doctor.
PropranololDolasetron
Severe
How does the drug interact with Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's:
Taking Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's and Dolasetron together can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet 10's together with Dolasetron can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting, or irregular heartbeat, consult your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without consulting your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do regular exercise and maintain 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, using mobiles or laptops just before bedtime.

  • Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase drowsiness

Habit Forming

Yes

Therapeutic Class

ANXIOLYTICS

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of drowsiness and other adverse effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet is a Category C pregnancy drug, and safety is unknown. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet is excreted in human milk. Please consult a doctor before using Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet while breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet may cause dizziness, double vision, or drowsiness in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy, dizzy, or experience any vision problems after taking Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet .

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Liver

Caution

Take Betapro-ET 0.5mg 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

Take Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

The safety of Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet in children is unknown. Please consult a doctor for more information.

FAQs

Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet is used to treat anxiety disorder, a mental condition characterized by feelings of excessive fear or worry that affect an individual's daily activities.
Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet contains Etizolam (benzodiazepine) and Propanolol (a beta-blocker), used to treat anxiety. Etizolam works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger GABA, which suppresses the excessive and abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain. Propanolol works by blocking a certain chemical messenger in the heart and blood vessels, reducing blood pressure, heart rate, and workload on the heart.
No, you are not recommended to stop taking Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may cause withdrawal symptoms such as palpitations (the sensation that the heart skipped a beat or extra beat), anxiety, confusion, difficulty in sleeping, and tremors. Therefore, take Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet , please consult your doctor so that the dose may be gradually reduced.
No, you are not recommended to take Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet with opioids as co-administration of these medicines may cause breathing problems, drowsiness, or other adverse effects. However, before using Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet with any other medicines, you are advised to contact your doctor so that the dosage may be adjusted accordingly to use safely.
Yes, Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet may cause mental or physical dependence if used for a prolonged time. Therefore, take Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet only in dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
Quitting smoking, avoiding alcohol intake, and caffeine-containing food drinks can help you minimize the common side effect. If side effects like exhausted feeling, sleepiness (sedation), muscle weakness, and body posture imbalance persist, it means you need some blood test to find out the exact cause.
No, do not stop taking Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet without consulting your doctor, even if you feel well. Stopping the medication abruptly can lead to withdrawal symptoms or worsening of your condition. Your doctor will advise you on how to taper off the medication safely.
Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet can cause sleepiness or drowsiness as a side effect in some individuals. To ensure your safety, rest for a while after taking the medication and avoid driving or operating heavy machinery. In most cases, sleepiness subsides as your body adjusts to the medication. However, if it worsens or persists, please consult your doctor for guidance.
Store Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet by keeping it cool, dry, and away from sunlight. Keep it out of children's. To dispose of Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet place it in a plastic bag, and discard it in the household trash. Never flush the medicine down the toilet or sink to protect others and the environment.
Some individuals may experience common side effects of Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet including confusion, slow heart rate, memory impairment, tiredness, cold extremities, uncoordinated body movements, and drowsiness. Most of these side effects of Betapro-ET 0.5mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your 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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