Anxit 0.25 Tablet

Composition of Anxit 0.25 Tablet

Anxit 0.25 Tablet contains Alprazolam (0.25mg). It belongs to the Benzodiazepine class of medicines.

Uses of Anxit 0.25 Tablet

• Treatment of anxiety disorders
• short-term relief of anxiety symptoms
• panic disorder (with or without agoraphobia)

Key benefits

• Reduces anxiety symptoms
• Helps control panic attacks
• Promotes calmness and relaxation
• Improves associated sleep disturbance (short-term)

How Anxit 0.25 Tablet works

Alprazolam is a benzodiazepine that enhances the action of GABA, an inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain. This reduces excessive neuronal activity, producing anxiolytic and calming effects.

How to take Anxit 0.25 Tablet

Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

Side effects of Anxit 0.25 Tablet

Most side effects of Anxit are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Drowsiness
• dizziness
• fatigue
• impaired coordination
• memory problems
• slurred speech
• confusion
• headache
• nausea
• dry mouth

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Anxit 0.25 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

May cause sedation, dizziness and impaired driving/operating machinery. Risk of dependence, abuse and withdrawal symptoms—use for the shortest duration at the lowest effective dose. Do not stop abruptly (withdrawal, seizures may occur). Use caution in elderly, depression/suicidal ideation, liver disease, respiratory disease (COPD, sleep apnea) and myasthenia gravis. Concomitant use with opioids, alcohol or other CNS depressants can cause profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma or death.

Do not take Anxit if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with severe breathing problems, sleep apnoea, or severe liver disease. Not for anyone with a history of dependence, except under specialist supervision.

Interactions with other medicines

Alcohol and other CNS depressants (opioids, antihistamines, antipsychotics, sedative antidepressants), strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (ketoconazole, itraconazole, clarithromycin, erythromycin, ritonavir/cobicistat) increase alprazolam levels, CYP3A4 inducers (rifampicin, carbamazepine, phenytoin, St John’s wort) reduce effect, fluconazole and diltiazem/verapamil may increase levels, grapefruit juice may increase sedation

How to store Anxit 0.25 Tablet

Store at room temperature (below 25°C), in a dry place away from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Anxit 0.25 Tablet

The addiction/habit-forming potential of this medicine is very high. Take it only as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor. ANXIT 0.25mg Tablet may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid consuming alcohol, as it may increase dizziness and drowsiness. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding. Do not stop taking medication suddenly without talking to your doctor, as that may lead to nausea, anxiety, agitation, flu-like symptoms, sweating, tremors, and confusion.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

MICRO LABS

Therapeutic class:

Anxiolytic

Drug class:

Benzodiazepine

Chemical class:

1,2,4- triazolo [4,3- a] [1,4] benzodiazepines