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Anxilam, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Anxiety. The alternative uses of Anxilam have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Anxilam. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Anxilam as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Anxilam go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Anxilam's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Anxilam related warnings talks about Anxilam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Anxilam is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Glaucoma, Epilepsy, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Anxilam contraindications section.
Besides this, Anxilam may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Anxilam is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Anxilam 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 Anxilam is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Anxilam safe for pregnant women?
Anxilam shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Anxilam safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Anxilam. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Anxilam on the Kidneys?
Anxilam rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Anxilam on the Liver?
Anxilam may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Anxilam on the Heart?
Anxilam has very mild side effects on the heart.
Anxilam 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 Anxilam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Anxilam habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Anxilam can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Anxilam as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Anxilam only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Anxilam is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Anxilam
Taking Anxilam with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Anxilam
Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.
No, Anxilam does not cause weight gain. However, if you gain weight after taking Anxilam, discuss it with your doctor.
Anxilam is a brand name for alprazolam. It is a controlled prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called benzodiazepine. It is short-acting potent anxiolytic and a minor tranquilizer. It is used for the treatment of anxiety and panic disorder (sudden, unexpected attacks of extreme fear and worry about these attacks).
Anxilam is safe to use. Your doctor recommends this drug depending upon your condition and extends the medicine course further if you require it. Do not discontinue the treatment suddenly or take longer than prescribed.
Yes, Anxilam can cause 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.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of it. Take light meals and avoid spicy and high-fat content meals when experiencing stomach upset while taking Anxilam. In case of severe stomach upset consult your doctor, take medication and follow his/her instructions.
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