Zolax SR 1.5 mg

Composition of Zolax SR 1.5 mg

Zolax SR 1.5 mg contains Alprazolam (0.5mg). It belongs to the Benzodiazepine class of medicines.

Uses of Zolax SR 1.5 mg

Treatment of anxiety disorders and panic disorder (with or without agoraphobia); short-term relief of severe anxiety symptoms when prescribed by a doctor

Key benefits

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

How Zolax SR 1.5 mg works

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

How to take Zolax SR 1.5 mg

Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

Side effects of Zolax SR 1.5 mg

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

• Drowsiness
• dizziness
• fatigue
• impaired coordination
• slowed reflexes
• confusion
• memory problems
• headache
• dry mouth
• nausea
• constipation

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 1.5 mg

Warnings and precautions

Prescription-only benzodiazepine with risk of dependence, tolerance and withdrawal (may be severe: anxiety, insomnia, seizures) especially with long use/high doses. Avoid driving/operating machinery due to sedation. Use caution in elderly, respiratory disease (COPD/sleep apnea), liver impairment, depression/suicidal risk, history of substance misuse. Do not stop abruptly. Concomitant use with opioids, alcohol or other CNS depressants can cause profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma or death.

Interactions with other medicines

Alcohol and other CNS depressants (opioids, sedating antihistamines, antipsychotics) increase sedation/respiratory depression; CYP3A4 inhibitors (ketoconazole/itraconazole, macrolides like erythromycin/clarithromycin, HIV protease inhibitors, some azoles) increase alprazolam levels; CYP3A4 inducers (carbamazepine, phenytoin, rifampicin, St John’s wort) reduce effect; grapefruit juice may increase levels

How to store Zolax SR 1.5 mg

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

Expert advice for Zolax SR 1.5 mg

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