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Petril, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Anxiety, Panic Attack and Disorder, Insomnia. Secondary and off-label uses of Petril have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Petril depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Petril as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Petril are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Petril's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Petril related warnings talks about Petril's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Petril is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), Glaucoma, Alcoholism are examples of such conditions. The section on Petril contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Petril may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Petril is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Petril 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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Is the use of Petril safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Petril. It is best to stop taking Petril immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Petril safe during breastfeeding?
Petril may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Petril, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Petril.
What is the effect of Petril on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Petril on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Petril on the Liver?
Petril has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Petril on the Heart?
Petril is completely safe for the heart.
Petril 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 Petril unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Petril habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Petril. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Petril. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Petril only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Petril can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Petril
Petril may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Petril
Consuming Petril with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Petril 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.
Ideally Petril 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 doctor's instructions.
Yes, Petril causes withdrawal symptoms when the drug is discontinued. These withdrawal symptoms can include new or worsening seizures, hallucinating (seeing things or hearing voices that do not exist), changes in behavior, sweating, uncontrollable shaking of a part of your body, stomach or muscle cramps, anxiety, or difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.
No. Petril Should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Petril is a brand name of Clonazepam. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs known as benzodiazepine (Hypnotics & Sedatives). It is used mainly for the treatment of seizures, epilepsy, and panic disorder. It is also used for the treatment of burning mouth syndrome and tardive dyskinesia.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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