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Prazolam, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Anxiety. Other than this, Prazolam has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Prazolam. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Prazolam can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Prazolam go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Prazolam's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Prazolam has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Prazolam related warnings section.
Prazolam is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Glaucoma, Epilepsy, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Prazolam have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Prazolam with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Prazolam is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Prazolam 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Prazolam is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Prazolam safe for pregnant women?
Prazolam can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Prazolam safe during breastfeeding?
Prazolam may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Prazolam on the Kidneys?
Prazolam rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Prazolam on the Liver?
Use of Prazolam may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Prazolam on the Heart?
Side effects of Prazolam rarely affect the heart.
Prazolam should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Prazolam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Prazolam habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Prazolam 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 Prazolam you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Prazolam should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Prazolam has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Prazolam
Some foods when eaten with Prazolam can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Prazolam
Taking Prazolam and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; XANAX® alprazolam
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 405
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 129-131
