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Anxyl is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Anxiety. Anxyl 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 Anxyl. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Anxyl side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Anxyl go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Anxyl's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Anxyl's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Anxyl is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Glaucoma, Epilepsy, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Anxyl are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Anxyl may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Anxyl, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Anxyl 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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Is the use of Anxyl safe for pregnant women?
Anxyl has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Anxyl without medical advice.
Is the use of Anxyl safe during breastfeeding?
Anxyl may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Anxyl on the Kidneys?
Anxyl rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Anxyl on the Liver?
There may be severe side effects of Anxyl on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Anxyl on the Heart?
Anxyl may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Anxyl 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 Anxyl unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Anxyl habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Anxyl. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Anxyl. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Anxyl is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Anxyl has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Anxyl
Some foods when eaten with Anxyl can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Anxyl
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Anxyl are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
Yes, Anxyl can be taken with Tylenol. No clinical significance interactions have been reported between them. However, if you experience any undesirable effects after consuming these two medicines at the same do not hesitate to inform the doctor.
Yes, Anxyl can cause weight fluctuations. Weight fluctuations is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience weight fluctuations after taking Anxyl, discuss with your healthcare provider and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Anxyl causes drowsiness and dizziness. It is a common side effect associated with it. However, if you experience severe drowsiness and dizziness after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Anxyl is a brand name for alprazolam. It is a controlled prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called benzodiazepine. It is short-acting potent anxiolytic and a minor tranquilizer. It is used for the treatment of anxiety and panic disorder (sudden, unexpected attacks of extreme fear and worry about these attacks).
Anxyl works by relaxing the muscles of the body and suppressing abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain through increase in activity of a chemical messenger known as GABA. Thus, providing relief from sleeplessness and anxiety to the patient.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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References
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