Alprasys-P Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is alprasys-p tablet used for?
Alprasys-P Tablet is a combination of Alprazolam (0.25mg) and Propranolol (20mg) used to treat anxiety disorders. Alprazolam works by enhancing the effect of GABA, a natural brain chemical that promotes calmness, while Propranolol blocks the physical symptoms of anxiety like rapid heartbeat and trembling. It helps reduce nervousness, tension, and panic attacks.
- Generic Name: Alprazolam + Propranolol
- Manufacturer: Neosys Medicare
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ alprasys-p tablet Uses & Benefits
Anxiety disorders, panic disorder, performance anxiety, essential tremor, situational anxiety
Off-label uses: Insomnia, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, social phobia, migraine prophylaxis
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Alprazolam + Propranolol |
| Brand Name | Ambulax Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Neosys Medicare |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | NEURO CNS |
| Action Class | Benzodiazepine + Beta-blocker |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC), protect from light and moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Alprazolam enhances GABA-A receptor activity; Propranolol blocks beta-adrenergic receptors
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take alprasys-p tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of alprasys-p tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Dry mouth
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Bradycardia
- Hypotension
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Respiratory depression
- Severe bradycardia
- Heart block
- Hypotension
- Seizures
- Suicidal thoughts
- Anaphylaxis
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Jaundice
- Agranulocytosis
- Thrombocytopenia
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Bronchospasm
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | Major | Increased sedation and dizziness |
| Cimetidine | Moderate | Increased alprazolam levels |
| Verapamil | Moderate | Increased propranolol effect |
๐จ Major Interactions
- CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole)
- CYP2D6 inhibitors (e.g., quinidine)
- Other CNS depressants
- Calcium channel blockers
- Antiarrhythmics
โก Moderate Interactions
- Oral hypoglycemics
- Theophylline
- Warfarin
- Digoxin
- MAO inhibitors
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Cimetidine
- Oral contraceptives
- Antacids
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Grapefruit juice (increases alprazolam levels), High-fat meals may delay absorption
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Avoid; increased CNS depression and sedation
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity, acute narrow-angle glaucoma, severe COPD, asthma, bradycardia, heart block, uncompensated heart failure, myasthenia gravis, severe hepatic impairment
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate, sedation level, liver function tests, renal function
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Not recommended; both drugs excreted in breast milk
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care; flumazenil for alprazolam overdose; atropine, beta-agonists for propranolol overdose
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose; do not double dose
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
โญ User Reviews
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.