Etizola Lite 5 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Anxiety are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Etizola Lite 5 Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Etizola Lite 5 Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Etizola Lite 5 Tablet are Dry Mouth, Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Etizola Lite 5 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Etizola Lite 5 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Etizola Lite 5 Tablet has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Etizola Lite 5 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Etizola Lite 5 Tablet related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Etizola Lite 5 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Etizola Lite 5 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Etizola Lite 5 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Etizola Lite 5 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Etizola Lite 5 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Etizola Lite 5 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Etizola Lite in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Etizola Lite 5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Etizola Lite on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Etizola Lite will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Etizola Lite 5 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Etizola Lite can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Etizola Lite 5 Tablet on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Etizola Lite. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Etizola Lite 5 Tablet on the Heart?
Etizola Lite can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Etizola Lite 5 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Mild
Unknown
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Etizola Lite 5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Etizola Lite 5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Etizola Lite 5 Tablet cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Etizola Lite 5 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Etizola Lite 5 Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Etizola Lite 5 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Etizola Lite 5 Tablet is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Etizola Lite 5 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Etizola Lite 5 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Etizola Lite 5 Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Etizola Lite 5 Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Etizola Lite can cause withdrawal symptoms when the drug is discontinued. These withdrawal symptoms can include anxiety, insomnia, headache, dizziness, tinnitus, anorexia, vomiting, nausea, tremor, weakness, perspiration, irritability, hypersensitivity to visual and auditory stimuli, palpitations, tachycardia (fast heart rate), and postural hypotension (drop in blood pressure on standing).
Yes, Etizola Lite causes dry mouth. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is not known. If you experience excess dry mouth after taking this drug, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Etizola Lite is a brand name of etizolam. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs known as Hypnotics & Sedatives. It is used for the short-term treatment of sleeping disorder insomnia and anxiety. It is also used to treat anxiety associated with depression.
Take Etizola Lite as advised by your doctor. Do not take it longer than prescribed. Initially, a doctor prescribes this drug for a month and recommends his/her patient to follow- up/ re-visit to check for results. Taking this medicine longer than prescribed can lead to addiction because this is a habit-forming drug which can lead to drug dependency in patients.
Yes, Etizola Lite causes low blood pressure if taken in higher doses. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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