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Quit Benefits & Uses

Quit is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)

Other Benefits

Panic Attack and Disorder

Quit 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

Quit Related Warnings

Is the use of Quit safe for pregnant women?

Quit may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Quit again without your doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Quit safe during breastfeeding?

Quit can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Severe
What is the effect of Quit on the Kidneys?

In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Quit on kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Quit on the Liver?

Side effects of Quit on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Severe
What is the effect of Quit on the Heart?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Quit on the heart, information on safety of Quit for the heart is unavailable.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Quit with Other Drugs

Quit should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Unknown

Fluvoxamine

Fluoxetine

Ketoconazole

Quit Contraindications

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

Myasthenia Gravis
Emphysema
Sleep Apnea
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Quit

Is this Quit habit forming or addictive?

Yes, you can get addicted to Quit. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Quit, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Quit can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Quit only as per medical advice.

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

Yes, this Quit works for mental disorders.

Yes

Quit Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Quit

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Quit, due to a lack of research on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Quit

Taking Quit with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Quit

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Quit?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Quit 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).

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Quit on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Stopping or discontinuing Quit on your own can cause withdrawal symptoms (seizures, difficulty in sleep, headache, nervousness, and depression). However, if you decide to stop/discontinue it, then stop it slowly, do not stop suddenly. However, please do not hesitate to discuss with your doctor if you are experiencing any withdrawal symptoms after stopping/discounting it on your own.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Quit cause weight fluctuations?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Quit can cause weight fluctuations. Weight fluctuations is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience weight fluctuations after taking Quit, discuss with your healthcare provider and follow his/her instructions.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Quit for insomnia ?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Quit is not the exact drug for the treatment of Insomnia. However, since Insomia patients also suffer from anxiety during the night this medicine can be taken to relax the mind and eventually induce sleep. Do not take it without consulting a physician.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Quit during the the day

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Quit can be taken anytime as instructed by the doctor. But since this drug induces sleep in some patients hence, it is best to take it post evening. Irrespective of drowsiness and sleep inducing factors of this drug, you are highly recommended to take it during the day if you are suffering from anxiety and unexpected panic attacks.