Zappy 10 Tablet

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zappy might raise your blood pressure (hypertension). It is a known side effect of this drug. The normal levels of blood pressure are restored after discontinuation of this medicine. If you are already suffering from hypertension then your doctor might monitor your blood pressure during follow-ups.

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Take one tablet of Zappy at bedtime or as advised by your doctor. Ideally, oral Zappy should be taken empty stomach because the presence of food might affect the absorption of this drug from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with obstructive sleep apnoea, myasthenia gravis, and compromised respiratory function.

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Zappy is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes Zappy can be taken with Benadryl (diphenhydramine). Benadryl does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Zappy. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zappy is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as dizziness, lack of energy, and rash. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.