Anxigo 1mg Tablet SR - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is anxigo 1mg tablet sr used for?
Anxigo 1mg Tablet SR contains Alprazolam, a benzodiazepine used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. It works by enhancing the effect of GABA, a natural chemical in the brain that promotes calmness. This sustained-release tablet provides prolonged relief from anxiety symptoms.
- Generic Name: Alprazolam
- Manufacturer: Nectar Remedies Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: D
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ anxigo 1mg tablet sr Uses & Benefits
Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), Panic disorder with or without agoraphobia, Short-term relief of anxiety symptoms
Off-label uses: Insomnia (short-term), Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), Cataplexy associated with narcolepsy
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Alprazolam |
| Brand Name | Alprax 0.25 Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Nectar Remedies Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | NEURO CNS |
| Action Class | Benzodiazepines |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at 20โ25ยฐC (68โ77ยฐF); protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Enhances the inhibitory effect of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) at GABA-A receptors, increasing chloride ion influx and neuronal hyperpolarization.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take anxigo 1mg tablet sr
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of anxigo 1mg tablet sr
โ Common Side Effects
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Ataxia
- Slurred speech
- Memory impairment
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Respiratory depression
- Paradoxical reactions (e.g., agitation, aggression)
- Physical dependence and withdrawal syndrome
- Seizures (with abrupt discontinuation)
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Jaundice
- Blood dyscrasias (e.g., agranulocytosis)
- Anaphylaxis
- Angle-closure glaucoma
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | Major | Increased sedation and risk of overdose |
| Opioid analgesics | Major | Additive CNS depression, respiratory depression |
| Ketoconazole | Moderate | Increased alprazolam concentration |
| Cimetidine | Moderate | Decreased clearance of alprazolam |
๐จ Major Interactions
- CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, ritonavir) โ increased alprazolam levels
- CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., carbamazepine, rifampin) โ decreased alprazolam levels
- Opioids (e.g., morphine, oxycodone) โ additive CNS depression, risk of respiratory depression
- Other benzodiazepines โ additive sedation
โก Moderate Interactions
- Alcohol โ additive CNS depression
- Antidepressants (e.g., SSRIs, MAOIs) โ potential for increased sedation
- Antipsychotics โ additive sedation
- Muscle relaxants โ enhanced muscle relaxation
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Oral contraceptives โ may increase alprazolam levels
- Cimetidine โ increased alprazolam levels
- Grapefruit juice โ increased alprazolam levels
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Grapefruit juice may increase alprazolam levels; food delays absorption but does not significantly affect bioavailability.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Severe additive CNS depression; avoid concurrent use.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to alprazolam or other benzodiazepines, Acute narrow-angle glaucoma, Severe respiratory insufficiency, Myasthenia gravis, Concurrent use with opioids (except in monitored settings)
๐ Monitoring Parameters
CNS depression (sedation, dizziness), Respiratory rate, Blood pressure, Liver function tests (LFTs), Renal function tests (RFTs), Complete blood count (CBC) with long-term use
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Low risk; alprazolam is excreted in breast milk; monitor infant for sedation and feeding difficultie
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care; flumazenil (benzodiazepine antagonist) may be used but with caution due to risk of seizures.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered unless close to next dose; skip missed dose if near next dose; do not double dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.
โญ User Reviews
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.
Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.
Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.