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Zona is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Anxiety, Panic Attack and Disorder, Insomnia. Other than this, Zona has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Zona depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Zona have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Zona normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zona is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Zona related warnings talks about Zona's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Zona can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Zona in conditions like COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), Glaucoma, Alcoholism. Other contraindications of Zona have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Zona have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Zona is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Zona 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 Zona safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Zona. It is best to stop taking Zona immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Zona safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Zona. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Zona on the Kidneys?
Zona rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zona on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Zona on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Zona on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Zona for the heart.
Zona 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 Zona unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zona habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Zona. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Zona as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Zona only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Zona is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zona
Zona may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zona
Taking alcohol with Zona can be dangerous.
Zona 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.
No, Zona does not cause weight gain. However, if you gain weight after taking Zona, discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Zona has been reported to cause suicidal, self-inflicting and distorted thoughts. If you are experiencing disorientation and life-threatening thoughts after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Zona works by relaxing the muscles of the body and suppressing abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain through an increase in activity of a chemical messenger known as GABA. Thus, providing relief from sleeplessness and anxiety to the patient.
Yes, Zona 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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