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Lonazep MD 0.5 Tablet
Prescription Required
Overview
Introduction
Lonazep MD 0.5 Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat epilepsy (seizures), panic and anxiety disorder. It helps to decrease the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells and calms the brain.
Lonazep MD 0.5 Tablet is taken by mouth with or without food. However, take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor as it has high potential of habit-forming. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. You should not stop this medicine suddenly without talking to doctor as it may increase the seizure frequency and can cause nausea, anxiety, flu-like symptoms and muscle pain.
Some common side effects of this medicine includes dry mouth, palpitations, memory impairment, depression and confusion. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It may cause weight gain or weight loss as side effects can vary from person to person. To prevent weight gain, you can eat a balanced diet and should exercise regularly whereas weight loss can be prevented by increasing food portions in your diet. It is important to inform doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or depression as this medicine may cause suicidal thoughts.
Lonazep MD 0.5 Tablet is taken by mouth with or without food. However, take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor as it has high potential of habit-forming. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. You should not stop this medicine suddenly without talking to doctor as it may increase the seizure frequency and can cause nausea, anxiety, flu-like symptoms and muscle pain.
Some common side effects of this medicine includes dry mouth, palpitations, memory impairment, depression and confusion. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It may cause weight gain or weight loss as side effects can vary from person to person. To prevent weight gain, you can eat a balanced diet and should exercise regularly whereas weight loss can be prevented by increasing food portions in your diet. It is important to inform doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or depression as this medicine may cause suicidal thoughts.
Uses of Lonazep Tablet MD
Side effects of Lonazep Tablet MD
Common
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Depression
- Drowsiness
- Coordination impaired
How to use Lonazep Tablet MD
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Put it in your mouth but do not swallow it. Lonazep MD 0.5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Lonazep Tablet MD works
Lonazep MD 0.5 Tablet is a benzodiazepine. It works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger (GABA) which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lonazep MD 0.5 Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lonazep MD 0.5 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lonazep MD 0.5 Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Lonazep MD 0.5 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Lonazep MD 0.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lonazep MD 0.5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Lonazep MD 0.5 Tablet can cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Use of Lonazep MD 0.5 Tablet can cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Lonazep MD 0.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lonazep MD 0.5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Lonazep Tablet MD?
If you miss a dose of Lonazep MD 0.5 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick Tips
- The addiction / habit-forming potential of this medicine is very high. Take it only as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor
- It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol as it may increase dizziness and drowsiness.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Inform your doctor if you experience worsen anxiety, depression angry, or violent behavior and mania while taking this medicine.
- Do not stop taking medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as that may lead to nausea, anxiety, agitation, flu-like symptoms, sweating, tremor, and confusion.
Interaction with Drugs
Taking Lonazep with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Patient Concerns
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User Feedback
Patients taking Lonazep MD 0.5 Tablet
Once A Day
80%
Four Times A *
20%
*Four Times A Day
What are you using Lonazep Tablet MD for?
Anxiety disor*
42%
Short term an*
37%
Epilepsy
11%
Others
11%
*Anxiety disorder, Short term anxiety
How much was the improvement?
Average
42%
Excellent
42%
Poor
17%
What were the side-effects while using Lonazep MD 0.5 Tablet?
Sleepiness
25%
Dizziness
25%
No Side Effec*
25%
Drowsiness
25%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Lonazep Tablet MD?
With food
100%
Please rate Lonazep MD 0.5 Tablet on price
Not Expensive
83%
Average
17%
FAQs
Q. Is Lonazep a sleeping pill?
Lonazep is not used as a sleeping pill, as it may cause difficulty in sleeping.
Q. Can Lonazep be taken for longer term?
You need to take Lonazep as long as doctor has advised you. Suddenly stopping it or changing the dose may cause seizures to recur. Long-term use may make you dependent on it so consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Q. On stopping Lonazep what kind of withdrawal symptoms occur?
The common symptoms seen after stopping Lonazep abruptly or reducing the dose too quickly include difficulty in sleeping, changes in mood, and increased sweating. It can also result in muscle pain, headache, shaking (tremor) or feeling restless, feeling very anxious, tense, confused, and irritable or agitated.
Q. How can I look for early symptoms of suicidal thoughts and actions?
You should pay attention to any changes, especially sudden changes in mood, behaviors, thoughts, or feelings. Keep all follow-up visits with your doctor as scheduled. Call your doctor as needed, especially if you are worried about symptoms.
Q. Does Lonazep cause weight gain?
Both weight gain and weight loss have been reported with the use of Lonazep. However, these are uncommon side effects of Lonazep. Consult a dietician and follow a diet plan to maintain your weight.
Q. Can Lonazep affect my memory?
Though memory does not get affected in everyone but in some cases the use of Lonazep has shown memory-related problems. The patient may complain of partial or complete inability to recall the recent past.
Q. Can Lonazep be harmful if more than the recommended doses are used?
If more than the recommended doses of Lonazep are taken, it can cause sleepiness, changes in speech, abnormalities in eye movements, and confusion. Coma may also occur but lasts only for few hours. Usually overdose of Lonazep is not life threatening.
Q. Can I take Lonazep and zolpidem together?
The combination of Lonazep and zolpidem should be avoided as it may have increased chances of side effects. If both are to be used then dose of Lonazep should be reduced, to prevent side effects.
Q. Can Lonazep and quetiapine be taken together?
If both Lonazep and quetiapine are used together the side effects may increase. The side effects which may appear are drowsiness, confusion, weakness, breathing trouble, and ataxia (loss of full control of bodily movements).
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References
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