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Shipam 5mg Tablet belongs to a group of medications called Benzodiazepine (BZD), primarily used to treat short-term relief of severe anxiety disorder, muscle spasms and fits (seizures). Besides this, it also reduces alcohol withdrawal symptoms (like sweating or difficulty sleeping etc.). Before undergoing any surgical procedure, Shipam 5mg Tablet is sometimes given as 'pre-med' to prevent anxiety, fear and worry. An anxiety disorder is a mental condition characterized by feelings of excessive fear or worry that affect an individual's daily activities. High anxiety levels can cause panic attacks, with intense feelings of nervousness, fear, and sudden onset of sweating, hyperventilation, fast heartbeat, and skin flushing.
Shipam 5mg Tablet contains Diazepam, which works by increasing levels of brain cells (neurons) calming chemical, known as gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), in your brain that helps to relieve anxiety and stop seizures attacks (fits), and relaxation of the tense muscles. Besides this, Shipam 5mg Tablet relieves temporary insomnia (sleeplessness) due to anxiety disorder. Off-label uses for Shipam 5mg Tablet include alcohol withdrawal syndrome, insomnia, panic disorder, chemotherapy-associated nausea and vomiting. Shipam 5mg Tablet is not recommended for mild to moderate anxiety and tension related to day-to-day life.
Shipam 5mg Tablet should not be used unless prescribed by a doctor. Depending on your medical condition, you are advised to take Shipam 5mg Tablet for as long as your doctor prescribes it. Sometimes, you may experience certain common side effects, such as daytime drowsiness, light-headedness, unsteadiness, or dizziness. Most of these side effects of Shipam 5mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Try not to stop taking Shipam 5mg Tablet of your own as it may cause withdrawal symptoms. Do not take Shipam 5mg Tablet if you have any lung disease, muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis), sleeping disorder or difficulty in sleeping (sleep apnoea), severe liver disease, or problem with alcohol or other prescription recreational drugs. Shipam 5mg Tablet is a habit-forming drug, so there is a risk of dependence on Shipam 5mg Tablet . So, before stopping Shipam 5mg Tablet , contact a doctor as it may cause withdrawal symptoms like anxiety, increased heart rate, tremor, or general unwell feeling. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please tell your doctor so that your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Do not drive or operate machinery as Shipam 5mg Tablet may reduce mental alertness.
Shipam 5mg Tablet helps manage anxiety disorder and relieve symptoms of anxiety, acute alcohol withdrawal, and skeletal muscle spasm. When you take Shipam 5mg Tablet , you will have more chemical messenger (GABA neurotransmitter) in your body. It decreases the feeling of nervousness, stress, and anxiety, which leads to a state of calm and relaxation. Shipam 5mg Tablet benefits people who struggle with anxiety and worries in daily life. Regular intake of the prescribed dose of Shipam 5mg Tablet improves social life, your ability and performance at work, and general wellbeing.
Taking Shipam 5mg Tablet with opioid pain killer medicines can cause severe drowsiness, breathing problems, coma, and even death. Shipam 5mg Tablet should be taken with extreme caution in patients with a history of alcoholism or drug abuse. Do not take Shipam 5mg Tablet if you have had severe breathing problems, are allergic to Shipam 5mg Tablet or other related benzodiazepine class, muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis), severe liver problem, breathing problems while sleep (apnoea), breastfeeding, pregnant or planning for pregnancy, and glaucoma (high blood pressure in eyes). Shipam 5mg Tablet may affect your ability to drive a motor vehicle or operate heavy machinery if taken with alcohol. If you feel excess suicidal thoughts, difficulty in concentration, sleep disturbances (apnoea), dizziness, or sleepiness, let your doctor know about this. A pregnant or nursing mother should consult a doctor before intake as it is a Category D pregnancy medicine. Shipam 5mg Tablet can be used in patients with open-angle glaucoma but is contraindicated in acute narrow-angle glaucoma. Shipam 5mg Tablet should not be given for the treatment of psychotic patients. Abrupt withdrawal of Shipam 5mg Tablet may cause a temporary increase in the frequency and severity of seizures (fit). So, before stopping taking Shipam 5mg Tablet , discuss with the doctor.
Drug-Drug Interactions: Shipam 5mg Tablet may have interacted with antianxiety or antiepileptic medicines (e.g. carbamazepine, fluvoxamine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone), anti-HIV drugs (e.g. amprenavir, ritonavir), acidity medicine (e.g. cimetidine), pills to treat chronic alcoholism (e.g. disulfiram), antibiotics (e.g. rifampicin), anti-Parkinson’s drug (e.g. levodopa), and asthma drugs (e.g. theophylline). Besides this, central nervous system depressant drugs and opioid analgesics or pain killers should be avoided with Shipam 5mg Tablet as they may cause life-threatening conditions.
Drug-Food Interactions: Grapefruit, grapefruit juice and caffeine-containing food or drinks should be avoided as they can affect the working of Shipam 5mg Tablet .
Drug-Disease Interactions: Shipam 5mg Tablet may interact with disease conditions, including obesity, acute alcohol intoxication, closed-angle glaucoma, drug addiction, kidney/liver disease, respiratory depression, prolonged low blood pressure, muscle disease (myasthenia gravis), and severe seizures (fits).
High anxiety levels can cause panic attacks, with intense feelings of nervousness, fear, and sudden onset of sweating, hyperventilation, fast heartbeat, and skin flushing. Anxiety disorders are different from feelings of anxiety and feeling nervous, which involve excessive anxiety, fear, or worry. Fear can arise due to stress and emotional response to an immediate threat related to more staying to fight or leaving to escape danger. Fear before getting ready for the surgery is also a part of short-term anxiety. Anxiety disorders can affect an individual’s job performance, school work, and personal relationships.
Alcohol
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Taking Shipam 5mg Tablet with alcohol can increase the side effects of Shipam 5mg Tablet like dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty in concentrating. In a few cases, people may also experience impairment in thinking and judgment. Hence, you should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with Shipam 5mg Tablet .
Pregnancy
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Shipam 5mg Tablet is a Category D pregnancy drug that is considered unsafe for pregnant women. Shipam 5mg Tablet can have some harmful effects on the unborn baby (foetus), so your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.
Breast Feeding
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Shipam 5mg Tablet passes into the breast milk and may cause some degree of sedation in the baby. So, if you note any signs in the baby let your doctor know about this.
Driving
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Shipam 5mg Tablet may cause sleepiness, dizziness, drowsiness and visual disturbances. So, it is not recommended to drive or operate machinery after taking Shipam 5mg Tablet . Tell your doctor if you get these types of side effects.
Liver
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Shipam 5mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Kidney
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Shipam 5mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Children
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It is not known if Shipam 5mg Tablet is safe and effective in children under 6 months of age. So, it is not recommended for infants less than 6 months. However, you should consult a doctor regarding dosage for children above 6 months.
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