Anxit 0.5mg Strip Of 15 Tablets

Anxit 0.5 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that aids in the treatments of anxiety and panic disorder. Anxiety is a mental disorder in which a person has a persistent feeling of fear and worry that disrupts normal life.

In contrast, in panic disorder, a person has a sudden feeling of fear without any source of danger. The active ingredient of Anxit Tablet is alprazolam as an active ingredient, which is a kind of benzodiazepine. It works by regulating certain chemicals in the brain that produce a calming effect, thereby relieving the symptoms.

Anxit 0.5 mg Tab should be taken if recommended by the doctor only. One should adhere to the prescribed dosage as Anxit 0.

5 mg Tab has habit-forming potential. Do not discontinue Anxit 0.5 tablet on your own, as it might worsen the present situation.

Anxit 0.5 mg is not advised for pregnant and breastfeeding women.

Dosage

Overdose

Overdose of Anxit tablets can exhibit certain side effects like extreme drowsiness, dizziness, slowed or difficulty in breathing, loss of consciousness. Seek immediate help in case of overdose. Flumazenil, an antagonist of benzodiazepine, is administered in case of overdose. Do not share the Anxit tablet with anyone you know with similar symptoms. It can lead to overdose.

Missed a Dose

In case you have missed a dose of Anxit Tabs, take it as soon as you can. If the gap is too long or it is almost time for the next dose, skip the dose you have missed and continue with the scheduled one. Do not take the missed dose along with the scheduled one, as it may lead to an overdose. Kindly set an alarm to remind yourself of the dose timings. It is important to be regular with Anxit Tab. Do not alter the dose on your own, consult with your doctor before doing so.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Anxit 0.5 mg Tablet has alprazolam as the main ingredient. It works by enhancing a chemical named GABA(gamma-aminobutyric acid) in the brain that brings the calming effect. Thus, Anxit 0.5 mg Tablet helps in relieving the symptoms.

Directions for Use

• Anxit Tablets is generally prescribed as a long-term medication and should be taken regularly.
• For optimal pharmacological effects, maintain a proper schedule and take the Anxit Tab at the same time every day.
• Anxit Tablets can be taken with or without food. However, it is better to take it with food to avoid any stomach issues.
• Do not discontinue Anxit Tablet without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better than before. It can worsen the present situation.
• You should consume the Anxit Tablet as a whole tablet with some water. Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Anxit 0.5 mg Tablet during pregnancy?

Anxit Tablet is not recommended for pregnant women. It has the potential to harm the unborn baby, and hence, should be avoided. Kindly inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy at the time of prescription.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Anxit 0.5 mg Tablet while breastfeeding?

Anxit Tablet has alprazolam as the main ingredient. It is known to pass through the milk and have negative effects on the baby. Hence, Anxit Tablet is not recommended for breastfeeding women. Kindly inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have taken an Anxit 0.5 mg Tablet?

Anxit Tablet can cause drowsiness and dizziness. Hence, driving a vehicle after taking the tablet is not advised.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with the Anxit 0.5 mg Tablet?

Alcohol can intensify the side effects of Anxit Tablets, like dizziness and drowsiness. Hence, alcohol consumption should be avoided along with Anxit Tablet

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have a history of any visual, lung, liver, or kidney disorder.
• You have a history of any mental condition.
• You are taking any vitamins or health supplements along with the medication, even if the supplement is ayurvedic or herbal.
• You experience sudden mood changes, unusual body movements, hallucinations or seizures.
• Your job requires you to drive or operate machinery.
• You regularly smoke cigarettes. Cigarettes can decrease the concentration of alprazolam in blood.
• You have suicidal thoughts.
• You want to increase or decrease the dose of Anxit Tablet. The medicine has to be stopped gradually.

Contraindications

• If you are hypersensitive or allergic to alprazolam or any of the inactive ingredients of Anxit Tab.
• If you are taking ketoconazole or itraconazole for fungal infections.

Side effects

• Drowsiness
• Light-headedness
• Headache
• Tiredness
• Nausea
• Difficulty in concentrating
• Constipation

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• To avoid adverse side effects associated with medicine interaction, please inform your doctor about all medicines and supplements you are currently taking.
• Anxit Tablets react with the following medicines:
• Aceclofenac (painkiller)- can affect the excretion of alprazolam
• Acetaminophen (painkiller), nefazodone (antidepressant), delavirdine (antiviral)- can affect the metabolism of alprazolam
• Fluoxetine (antidepressant), erythromycin, rifamycin (antibiotics)- can increase the concentration of alprazolam in the body
• Hydrocodone, tramadol(opioid painkiller)- can lead to depressive effects on the nervous system
• Codeine (in cough syrups, painkillers)- can increase the severity of side effects if taken along with alprazolam

Interactions with food items

• Avoid consumption of grapefruit juice or its products with Anxit 0.5 mg Tablets.
• Other than this, a regular diet can be continued unless advised otherwise by the doctor.

Storage and disposal

Keep the Anxit tablets away from any direct source of heat or light. Anxit Tablets should be stored at room temperature and do not need to be refrigerated. Make sure to store the Anxit Tablets away from the reach of children or pets at home. The expired or unused Anxit Tablets should not be drained down the toilet. Dispose of the expired medicine as biomedical waste. A medicine take-back program is the best way to dispose of unused Anxit Tablets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is Anxit Tablet habit-forming?

Anxit Tablet has habit-forming potential. You should not exceed the duration and dose of medicine as it can cause physical and emotional dependence.

Does Anxit Tablet cause withdrawal symptoms?

Yes, abruptly discontinuing Anxit Tablet can lead to withdrawal symptoms like insomnia, abdominal cramps, vomiting, sweating, convulsions. For this reason, do not stop taking the medicine on your own.

Do I need to follow a specific diet with Anxit Tablets?

No specific diet changes are required with Anxit Tablets. You should modify your lifestyle by including a balanced diet and some sort of physical activity.