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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
Etizola 0.25 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

Macleods Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

for this medicine

About Etizola 0.25 Tablet

Etizola 0.25 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.

Etizola 0.25 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, Etizola 0.25 Tablet relaxes muscles, reduces anxiety and helps to fall asleep.

Take Etizola 0.25 Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise how often you take Etizola 0.25 Tablet based on your medical condition. The most common side effects of Etizola 0.25 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 Etizola 0.25 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 Etizola 0.25 Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Etizola 0.25 Tablet . Etizola 0.25 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 Etizola 0.25 Tablet with opioids as it may cause breathing problems or other severe adverse effects. Respiratory depressant effects of Etizola 0.25 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 Etizola 0.25 Tablet may potentiate the toxic effect of the drug.

Uses of Etizola 0.25 Tablet

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

Medicinal Benefits

Etizola 0.25 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). Etizola 0.25 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, Etizola 0.25 Tablet relaxes muscles, reduces anxiety and helps to fall asleep.

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

Side Effects of Etizola 0.25 Tablet

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

Drug Warnings

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

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Etizola 0.25 Tablet may have interaction with high blood pressure-lowering medicines (clonidine, moxonidine, lofexidine, hydralazine, minoxidil, nitroprusside), fits related drugs (phenytoin, clonazepam, carbamazepine), antidepressants (paroxetine, fluvoxamine, trazodone), opioid pain killers (bupropion, morphine, codeine), drugs used to treat heartburn (cisapride), sedative-hypnotics (zolpidem), drugs used to treat low blood sugar (diazoxide), antifungals (fluconazole), drugs for stomach ulcers (cimetidine, esomeprazole, omeprazole), antipsychotics (clozapine), drugs to treat chronic alcoholism (disulfiram).

Drug-Food Interaction: Etizola 0.25 Tablet may interact with alcohol. Therefore, avoid intake of alcohol while taking Etizola 0.25 Tablet as it may increase side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness or difficulty in concentrating.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), pulmonary insufficiency, kidney or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Etizola 0.25 Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CLONIDINE
  • MOXONIDINE
  • MINOXIDIL
  • CLONAZEPAM
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • PAROXETINE
  • BUPROPION
  • CODEINE
  • ZOLPIDEM
  • FLUCONAZOLE
  • CIMETIDINE
  • ESOMEPRAZOLE
  • OMEPRAZOLE
  • CLOZAPINE
  • DISULFIRAM
  • LOFEXIDINE
  • HYDRALAZINE
  • NITROPRUSSIDE
  • FLUVOXAMINE
  • TRAZODONE
  • MORPHINE
  • CISAPRIDE
  • DIAZOXIDE
  • PHENYTOIN

Habit Forming

Yes

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.

Special Advise

Do not take Etizola 0.25 Tablet for a prolonged time as it may lead to mental or physical dependence on Etizola 0.25 Tablet .

Disease/Condition Glossary

Anxiety: It is a mental health disorder associated with fear, worry and excessive nervousness that may interfere with one’s 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.

Insomnia: It is a disorder of sleep that causes difficulty in falling asleep or staying asleep. It may be acute (short-term) or chronic (long-term). Acute insomnia may last from one night to a few weeks and occurs due to stress or life changes. Chronic insomnia may last from more than 3 nights per week to more than 3 months. Insomnia is mostly caused by depression, stress, anxiety, jet lag, shift work, uncomfortable beds, chronic illness, caffeine, nicotine or alcohol intake or due to certain medicines.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Etizola 0.25 Tablet as it may increase the risk of drowsiness and other adverse effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Etizola 0.25 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 Etizola 0.25 Tablet is excreted in human milk. Please consult a doctor before using Etizola 0.25 Tablet while breastfeeding.

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Driving

Unsafe

Etizola 0.25 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 Etizola 0.25 Tablet .

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Liver

Caution

Take Etizola 0.25 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 Etizola 0.25 Tablet in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.

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Children

Caution

The safety of Etizola 0.25 Tablet in children is unknown. Please consult a doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Atlanta Arcade, Marol Church Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai - 400059, INDIA.
Other Info - ETI0005

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FAQs

Etizola 0.25 Tablet is used in the treatment of anxiety disorder, panic disorder and insomnia (difficulty in falling or staying asleep). 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.
No, you are not recommended to take Etizola 0.25 Tablet with opioids as co-administration of these medicines may cause breathing problems, drowsiness or other adverse effects. However, before using Etizola 0.25 Tablet with any other medicines, you are advised to contact your doctor so that the dosage may be adjusted accordingly to use safely.
Yes, Etizola 0.25 Tablet may cause drowsiness. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid driving or any other activities that require mental alertness after taking Etizola 0.25 Tablet .
No, you are not recommended to stop taking Etizola 0.25 Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may cause withdrawal symptoms such as palpitations (the sensation that heart skipped a beat or extra beat), anxiety, confusion, difficulty in sleeping and tremors. Therefore, take Etizola 0.25 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Etizola 0.25 Tablet , please consult your doctor so that the dose may be gradually reduced.
Yes, Etizola 0.25 Tablet may cause mental or physical dependence if used for a prolonged time. Therefore, take Etizola 0.25 Tablet only in dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
No, Etizola 0.25 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 Etizola 0.25 Tablet .
Etizola 0.25 Tablet should be taken for as long as it has been prescribed by the doctor. However, Etizola 0.25 Tablet may be prescribed for a short period. The doctor will determine the duration of the treatment based on your condition.
Etizola 0.25 Tablet is indicated in the treatment of insomnia. It should be taken for sleeping problems only if advised by the doctor.
Yes, Etizola 0.25 Tablet has the potential for abuse. Therefore, it should be taken only if advised by the doctor. Avoid exceeding the recommended dose and duration of treatment.
When compared to benzodiazepines, Etizola 0.25 Tablet has fewer sedative effects, lower tolerance and dependence. However, it may cause addiction and dependence on long-term use.
Stopping Etizola 0.25 Tablet suddenly may cause withdrawal symptoms like anxiety, confusion, seizures, muscle cramps, and insomnia. Hence, do not discontinue Etizola 0.25 Tablet without consulting your doctor.
Etizola 0.25 Tablet starts working within an hour and reaches its maximum in about 3-4 hours.
Etizola 0.25 Tablet contains etizolam which has muscle relaxant, sedative-hypnotic, anticonvulsant and anxiolytic properties. It is used to treat anxiety, panic disorder and sleep disorder.
Yes, Etizola 0.25 Tablet helps treat insomnia (difficulty in falling or staying asleep) by increasing the activity of GABA (a chemical messenger) and is involved in inducing sleep. Thereby, Etizola 0.25 Tablet helps to fall asleep.
No, Etizola 0.25 Tablet is not an antidepressant. It contains etizolam, an anxiolytic agent that helps manage anxiety. Other than this, Etizola 0.25 Tablet is also used in conditions like panic disorder and sleep disorder.
The most common side effects of Etizola 0.25 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 Etizola 0.25 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

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