Pandura 1 mg (Tablet)

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Medicine Details

Title

Pandura 1 mg Tablet

Categories

  • Medicine
  • Pharmaceutical

Description

Pandura is indicated for the treatment of panic disorder, with or without agoraphobia. It is also indicated alone or as an adjunct in the treatment of the Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome, akinetic and myoclonic seizures.

Indications

  • Treatment of panic disorder
  • Treatment of Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome
  • Adjunct in the treatment of seizures

Pharmacology

  • Anticonvulsive effects
  • Sedative effects
  • Muscle relaxing effects
  • Anxiolytic effects
  • Enhancement of GABAergic neurotransmission

DosageAdministration

  • Initial dose for adults with seizure disorders: 1.5 mg/day divided into three doses
  • Initial dose for adults with panic disorder: 0.25 mg given in two divided doses
  • Pediatric dosage based on body weight and age
  • Intravenous dosage for infants, children, and adults

Interaction

  • No alteration of pharmacokinetics of certain drugs observed

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to benzodiazepines
  • Clinical or biochemical evidence of significant liver disease
  • Acute narrow angle glaucoma

SideEffects

  • CNS depression
  • Drowsiness
  • Ataxia
  • Behavior problems
  • Abnormal eye movements
  • Psychosis
  • Palpitations

PregnancyLactation

  • Potential risk during pregnancy
  • Should not be used during breastfeeding

PrecautionsWarnings

  • May increase the incidence of generalized tonic-clonic seizures
  • Concomitant use with valproic acid may produce absence status

SpecialPopulations

  • Pediatric use may cause increased saliva and bronchial secretion
  • Benzodiazepine effects appear to be greater in elderly patients
  • No dose adjustment required for renal impairment
  • Plasma protein binding differs in cirrhotic patients

OverdoseEffects

  • Drowsiness
  • Ataxia
  • Dysarthria
  • Coma
  • Hypotension
  • Cardiorespiratory depression

TherapeuticClass

  • Adjunct anti-epileptic drugs
  • Benzodiazepine hypnotics

Reconstitution

  • Instructions for slow intravenous injection
  • Instructions for intravenous infusion
  • Caution regarding intramuscular injection

StorageConditions

  • Store in a dry place away from light and heat

ChemicalStructure

  • Molecular Formula: C15H10ClN3O3
  • Chemical Structure provided

CommonQuestions

  • Not recommended for use as a sleeping pill
  • Discontinuation should be as per doctor's advice
  • Withdrawal symptoms may occur after stopping the tablet
  • Monitoring required for early symptoms of suicidal thoughts and actions
  • Possible impact on weight and memory
  • Caution required for overdose and combination with other medications
  • Tips for safe usage and precautions

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