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Monazepam is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Anxiety, Panic Attack and Disorder, Insomnia. Secondary and off-label uses of Monazepam have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Monazepam. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Monazepam can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Monazepam are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Monazepam is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Monazepam related warnings talks about Monazepam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Monazepam can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Monazepam in conditions like COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), Glaucoma, Alcoholism. Other contraindications of Monazepam have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Monazepam have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Monazepam is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Monazepam 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Monazepam is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Monazepam safe for pregnant women?
Monazepam can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Monazepam right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Monazepam safe during breastfeeding?
Monazepam can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Monazepam on the Kidneys?
Monazepam may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Monazepam on the Liver?
Monazepam has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Monazepam on the Heart?
Monazepam is not harmful for the heart.
Monazepam 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 Monazepam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Monazepam habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Monazepam 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 Monazepam you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Monazepam only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Monazepam is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Monazepam
Taking Monazepam with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Monazepam
Taking Monazepam with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Monazepam works by relaxing the muscles of the body and suppressing abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain through an increase in activity of a chemical messenger known as GABA. Thus, providing relief from sleeplessness and anxiety to the patient.
No. Monazepam Should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Monazepam is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. This is for your own good as it is a habit-forming drug and can lead to very unpleasant side effects.
Take Monazepam as advised by your doctor. Do not take it longer than prescribed. Initially, doctor prescribes this drug for a shorter duration 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, Monazepam causes dry mouth. It is a common side effect of it. If you experience excess dry mouth after taking this drug, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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