Zolax SR 0.5 mg Tablet

Composition of Zolax SR 0.5 mg Tablet

Zolax SR 0.5 mg Tablet contains Alprazolam (0.5mg). It belongs to the Benzodiazepine class of medicines.

Uses of Zolax SR 0.5 mg Tablet

• Management of anxiety disorders
• panic disorder (with or without agoraphobia)

Key benefits

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

How Zolax SR 0.5 mg 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 Zolax SR 0.5 mg Tablet

Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

Side effects of Zolax SR 0.5 mg Tablet

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

• Drowsiness
• dizziness
• sedation
• fatigue
• impaired coordination
• headache
• blurred vision
• dry mouth
• nausea
• constipation
• memory/concentration problems

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 Zolax SR 0.5 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Prescription-only benzodiazepine. Risk of dependence, misuse and withdrawal (including seizures) especially with prolonged use or high doses; use for shortest duration as advised. May cause marked drowsiness—avoid driving/operating machinery. Use caution in elderly (falls/confusion), liver disease, respiratory disease (COPD/sleep apnea), depression/suicidal risk. Do not stop abruptly. Concomitant use with opioids or other CNS depressants can cause profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma or death.

Do not take Zolax SR 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, sedating antihistamines, antipsychotics) increase sedation/respiratory depression; CYP3A4 inhibitors (ketoconazole, itraconazole, clarithromycin/erythromycin, ritonavir/cobicistat, grapefruit juice) increase alprazolam levels; CYP3A4 inducers (carbamazepine, phenytoin, rifampicin, St John’s wort) may reduce effect; valproate and some antidepressants may increase sedation

How to store Zolax SR 0.5 mg Tablet

Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Zolax SR 0.5 mg 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. Zolax 0.5mg Tablet SR 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:

INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS`

Therapeutic class:

Anxiolytic

Drug class:

Benzodiazepine

Chemical class:

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