Serelam 0.5 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 2.01 (10 x 10: ৳ 201.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 20.10
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Alprazolam |
| Company | General pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Title and Categories
- Serelam
- Benzodiazepine sedatives
- Medication for anxiety disorder
- Anxiolytic medication
- Prescription medication
Dimensions
- Tablet form
- Intact tablets
- Standard pharmaceutical tablet size
Color Options
- White or off-white tablets
Functions
- Anxiolytic
- Hypnotic
- Anticonvulsive
- Treats anxiety disorder
- Provides short-term relief of anxiety
- Treats anxiety associated with depression
- Treats panic disorder
- May be used for panic disorder with or without agoraphobia
Materials
- Alprazolam
- 1,4-benzodiazepine class of drugs
- Triazole analog
Technical Specifications
- Interacts with the GABA-benzodiazepine receptor complex
- Causes dose-related CNS depressant activity
- Maximum daily dose should not exceed 4 mg
- May require higher doses for some patients with panic disorder
- Individualized dosage for maximum beneficial effect
- Dosage adjustment for elderly patients or those with advanced liver disease
Design Elements
- Comes in tablet form
- Should not be chewed, crushed, or broken
Usability Features
- Prescription medication
- Dosage should be gradually reduced when discontinuing therapy
- Store below 30°C, away from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children
Indications
- Treats anxiety disorder
- Provides short-term relief of anxiety
- Treats anxiety associated with depression
- Treats panic disorder with or without agoraphobia
Pharmacology
- Alprazolam is a triazole analog of the 1,4-benzodiazepine class of drugs
- Anxiolytic with hypnotic and anticonvulsive properties
- Interacts with the GABA-benzodiazepine receptor complex
- Causes dose-related CNS depressant activity
Dosage and Administration
- Initiate treatment with a dose of 0.25 to 0.5 mg three times daily
- Maximum dose should not exceed 4 mg/day
- Individualized dosage for maximum beneficial effect
- Elderly patients or those with advanced liver disease should start with a lower dose
Interaction
- CNS-depressant action may be aggravated by concomitant use of other psychotropic drugs, anticonvulsants, antihistamines, alcohol, and oral contraceptives
Side Effects
- Drowsiness
- Light-headedness
- Depression
- Headache
- Confusion
- Dry mouth
- Constipation
- Side effects generally disappear upon continued medication
Pregnancy and Lactation
- Pregnancy category D - should be avoided during pregnancy
- Assumed to be excreted in breast milk - nursing should be avoided
Precautions and Warnings
- May produce psychological and physical dependence
- Discontinuation should be done gradually under physician's advice
- Caution advised for patients with hepatic or renal disease, chronic pulmonary insufficiency, or sleep apnea
Use in Special Populations
- Safety and effectiveness not established in individuals below 18 years of age
Overdose Effects
- Somnolence
- Confusion
- Impaired coordination
- Diminished reflexes
- Coma
- General supportive measures should be employed in cases of overdosage
- Immediate gastric lavage may be required
Therapeutic Class
- Benzodiazepine sedatives
Storage Conditions
- Keep below 30°C temperature
- Store away from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children