Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet Information

Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Anxiety, Panic Attack and Disorder. Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet related warnings section.

Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Glaucoma, Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Respiratory Distress Syndrome are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Etipax Benefits & Uses
Etipax Dosage & How to Take
Etipax Side Effects
Etipax Related Warnings
Etipax Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Etipax
Etipax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Panic Attack and Disorder

Other Benefits

Insomnia

Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Anxiety Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 3 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Anxiety Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 3 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Etipax. If you are pregnant, do not take Etipax without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Etipax on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Etipax on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Etipax. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Etipax only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

Etipax has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Glaucoma
Myasthenia Gravis
Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet

Is this Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet

When consumed with certain foods, Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet

Taking alcohol with Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Etipax 0.5 Mg Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Does Etipax make you sleepy?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Etipax causes drowsiness, dizziness or sedation. It is one of the common side effects of this medicine because it suppresses abnormal brain activity. Do not drive any vehicle or operate machinery after taking this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Etipax?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Etipax comes in form of a tablet and it should be taken by mouth once daily or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with chronic pulmonary insufficiency, personality disorders, muscle weakness, impaired liver or kidney function. Do not drive any vehicle or operate machinery after taking this medicine as it can cause drowsiness or sedation.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Etipax cure anxiety?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Etipax when taken as a short-term course can help in providing relief from anxiety by relaxing the muscles of the body and suppressing the abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Etipax safe to use?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Yes, Etipax is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, some known side effects are observed at the therapeutic dose level such as drowsiness, sedation, muscle weakness, and amnesia. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Etipax work?

Etipax 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.