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Anxol, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Injection. Anxiety, Epilepsy are some of its major therapeutic uses. Anxol also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Anxol. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Anxol have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Anxol normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Anxol is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Anxol related warnings talks about Anxol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Anxol can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Anxol in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Liver Disease, Glaucoma. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Anxol contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Anxol have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Anxol is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Anxol is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Anxol is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Anxol safe for pregnant women?
Anxol can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Anxol right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Anxol safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Anxol may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Anxol should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Anxol on the Kidneys?
Anxol rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Anxol on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Anxol on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Anxol on the Heart?
Anxol is rarely harmful for the heart.
Anxol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Anxol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Anxol habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Anxol cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Anxol, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Anxol can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Anxol only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Anxol works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Anxol
Taking Anxol with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Anxol
Taking alcohol with Anxol can be dangerous.
No, Anxol Should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Anxol is a brand name of diazepam. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs known as benzodiazepine (Hypnotics & Sedatives). It is used to provide relief to the patient from anxiety, insomnia associated with anxiety, muscle spasms, seizures. It is also used to treat irritable bowel syndrome, panic attacks, a sedative for minor surgery and to control agitation caused by alcohol withdrawal.
Ideally Anxol can be taken with food or without food post evening because its absorption is not affected by food. However, you are recommended to take it as per a doctor's instructions.
Yes, Anxol causes drowsiness, dizziness or sedation. It is one of the most common side effects of this medicine. Do not drive vehicle or operate machinery after taking this medicine.
No, Anxol, does not cause stomach upset. For mild stomach upset you are advised to eat light and non-spicy meals along with this drug initially. But if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine to inform your doctor immediately.
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