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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Nov 30, 2024 | 3:23 PM IST
Etimax-0.25 10's Tablet is used in the treatment of anxiety disorder, panic disorder and insomnia (difficulty in falling or staying asleep). It reduces anxiety/panic, induce sleep, and relaxes muscles due to fit episodes. It contains Etizolam, which relaxes muscles, reduces anxiety and helps to fall asleep. It may cause common side effects such as drowsiness, ataxia (neurological conditions which affect balance and coordination), dysarthria (difficulty speaking), nystagmus (involuntary eye movement) and blepharospasm (involuntary closure of eyelids). 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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Composition :

ETIZOLAM-0.25MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Thyone Healthcare

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Etimax-0.25 10's Tablet

Etimax-0.25 10's Tablet is used in the treatment of anxiety disorder, panic disorder and insomnia (difficulty in falling or staying asleep). Anxiety is a mental health disorder associated with fear, worry and excessive nervousness. Insomnia is a disorder of sleep that causes difficulty in falling asleep or staying asleep. Panic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder that causes sudden feelings of fear even when there is no real danger, with symptoms like a fast heartbeat.

Etimax-0.25 10's Tablet reduces anxiety/panic, induce sleep, and relaxes muscles due to fit episodes. It works by increasing the activity of GABA (a chemical messenger in the brain that acts as a natural nerve-calming agent) and is involved in inducing sleep. Thereby, Etimax-0.25 10's Tablet relaxes muscles, reduces anxiety and helps to fall asleep.

Take Etimax-0.25 10's Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise how often you take Etimax-0.25 10's Tablet based on your medical condition. The most common side effects of Etimax-0.25 10's Tablet include drowsiness, ataxia (neurological conditions which affect balance and coordination), dysarthria (difficulty speaking), nystagmus (involuntary eye movement) and blepharospasm (involuntary closure of eyelids). Most of these side effects of Etimax-0.25 10's 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 known to be allergic to Etimax-0.25 10's Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Etimax-0.25 10's Tablet . Etimax-0.25 10's 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. Do not take Etimax-0.25 10's Tablet with opioids as it may cause breathing problems or other severe adverse effects. Respiratory depressant effects of Etimax-0.25 10's Tablet are life-threatening in patients with severe chronic obstructive airway disease (COPD) and asthma. Overdose may lead to rhabdomyolysis (the breakdown of muscle tissue) and hypothermia (a dangerous drop in body temperature). Alcohol consumption with Etimax-0.25 10's Tablet may potentiate the toxic effect of the drug.

Uses of Etimax-0.25 10's Tablet

Treatment of Anxiety disorder, Panic disorder, Insomnia (sleep disorder).

Medicinal Benefits

Etimax-0.25 10's Tablet is an anxiolytic drug (reduces anxiety) that is used to treat anxiety, panic disorder over a short period and insomnia (difficulty in falling or staying asleep). Etimax-0.25 10's Tablet increases the activity of GABA (a chemical messenger in the brain that acts as a natural nerve-calming agent) and is involved in inducing sleep. Thereby, Etimax-0.25 10's Tablet relaxes muscles, reduces anxiety and helps to fall asleep.

Side Effects of Etimax-0.25 10's Tablet

  • Drowsiness
  • Ataxia (neurological conditions which affect balance and coordination)
  • Dysarthria (difficulty speaking)
  • Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement)
  • Blepharospasm (involuntary closure of eyelids)

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it with or without food as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it. Tablet MD: Take it with or without food as advised by the doctor. Do not handle the tablet with wet hands. Put it in your mouth and allow it to dissolve slowly. Do not swallow the tablet.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Etimax-0.25 10's Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding as it may cause adverse effects in the baby. Etimax-0.25 10's 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 Etimax-0.25 10's Tablet . Do not take Etimax-0.25 10's Tablet with opioids as it may cause breathing problems, drowsiness, coma and even death.

Therapeutic Class

ANXIOLYTICS

Drug-Drug Interactions

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No Drug - Drug interactions found in our data. We may lack specific data on this medicine and are actively working to update our database. Consult your doctor for personalized advice

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.

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

What if I have taken an overdose of Etimax-0.25 10's Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Etimax-0.25 10's Tablet as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Punjab, India
Other Info - ETI0076

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