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Itilam 0.5mg Tablet MD

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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION Itilam 0.5mg Tablet MD

Itilam 0.5mg Tablet MD is a prescription medicine used to treat short-term anxiety and insomnia. It binds to specific receptor sites in the brain and calms the brain. Therefore, it provides effective relaxation to the brain.

Itilam 0.5mg Tablet MD may be taken with or without food. However, take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor as it has a high potential of habit-forming.

If you have missed any doses, take it as soon as you remember it and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. You should not stop this medication without talking to your doctor as it may cause nausea and anxiety.

Some common side effects of this medicine include headaches, impaired muscle coordination, slurred speech, muscle weakness, altered libido, and depression. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Talk to your doctor about potential side effects and ways you might prevent or cope with them. You may also get side effects after stopping the treatment.

Before taking the medicine you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Itilam 0.5mg Tablet MD can usually be mixed safely with other medicines but some medicines, including antacids and alcohol, do affect the way it works and can increase the chance of side effects. If you have been taking this medicine for a long time then regular monitoring of blood and liver functions may be required.

USES OF ITILAM TABLET MD

BENEFITS OF ITILAM TABLET MD

In Treatment of Short term anxiety

Itilam 0.5mg Tablet MD reduces the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry that are triggered only at the time of stressful conditions that last for a shorter duration. These could be job interviews, exams, stage performances, etc. It can effectively manage feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating and feeling irritable. Itilam 0.5mg Tablet MD will therefore help you go about your daily activities more easily and be more productive. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. Stopping suddenly can cause serious problems.

In Treatment of Insomnia

Itilam 0.5mg Tablet MD helps treat insomnia (difficulty falling or staying asleep) in people who have problems related to their sleeping habits. Insomnia may cause you to wake up earlier than usual and you may find it difficult to go back to sleep. Itilam 0.5mg Tablet MD works by slowing activity in the brain to allow sleep. This helps you relax and feel more energetic. It also helps you concentrate better and improves your quality of life.

SIDE EFFECTS OF ITILAM TABLET MD

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Itilam

Altered libido
Confusion
Depression
Drowsiness
Fainting
Headache
Muscle coordination impaired
Muscle weakness
Sedation
Slurred speech
Tremors
Visual impairment

HOW TO USE ITILAM TABLET MD

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Put it in your mouth but do not swallow it. Itilam 0.5mg Tablet MD may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

HOW ITILAM TABLET MD WORKS

Itilam 0.5mg Tablet MD is a benzodiazepine. It works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger (GABA) which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE ITILAM TABLET MD?

If you miss a dose of Itilam 0.5mg Tablet MD, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n

FAQs

Q. Does Itilam 0.5mg Tablet MD have abuse potential?

Yes, there are several reports mentioning the abuse potential of Itilam 0.5mg Tablet MD. Therefore, it should be used with caution in patients prone to drug abuse.

Q. What are the advantages of Itilam 0.5mg Tablet MD over other benzodiazepines (BZDs)?

As compared to other benzodiazepines, Itilam 0.5mg Tablet MD has lesser sedative effects, lower dependence, and lower tolerance. However, long-term use can reduce the effectivity of the medicine and may cause dependence and addiction.

Q. What happens if you stop taking Itilam 0.5mg Tablet MD suddenly?

Stopping Itilam 0.5mg Tablet MD suddenly may cause withdrawal symptoms which may include anxiety, insomnia, headache, dizziness, ringing sound in ear (tinnitus), eating disorder (anorexia), vomiting, nausea, tremor, weakness, excessive sweating (perspiration), irritability, hypersensitivity to visual and auditory stimuli. Stopping the medicine suddenly may also cause palpitations, fast heart rate and postural hypotension (drop in blood pressure on standing). In severe and rare cases of withdrawal from high doses, patients may develop seizures, mental disorder (psychosis), agitation, confusion, and hallucinations.

Q. How long does Itilam 0.5mg Tablet MD take to work?

Oral doses of Itilam 0.5mg Tablet MD begin working within 30-60 minutes and peak at 3-4 hours. The medicine remains in the body for 6-8 hours although higher doses can last longer.