Xylonite 0.5mg Tablet
Prescription RequiredPrimarily used for
Anxiety
Potentiallyunsafewith
Alcohol
Pregnancy
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Medicine Overview of Xylonite Tablet
Uses of Xylonite Tablet
Xylonite 0.5mg Tablet is used in the treatment of anxiety.
Side effects of Xylonite Tablet
Common
Sleepiness, Slurred speech, Memory impairment, Uncoordinated body movements, Dizziness, Dry mouth, Fatigue, Irritability, Constipation, Headache, Depression.
How to use Xylonite Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. It can be taken with or without food, but it is better to take Xylonite 0.5mg Tablet at a fixed time.
How Xylonite Tablet works
Xylonite 0.5mg tablet is a benzodiazepine. It works by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
In Depth Information on Xylonite Tablet
Expert advice for Xylonite Tablet
- If you are taking Xylonite for the treatment of insomnia and anxiety, it should not be used more than 4 weeks.
- It may become less effective over the time.
- It causes sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Xylonite, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.
- The addiction / habit-forming potential of Xylonite is very high.
Warnings
Special precautions for Xylonite 0.5mg Tablet
Alcohol
CAUTION
Xylonite 0.5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Xylonite 0.5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy.
There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor....
+moreThere is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
Xylonite 0.5mg Tablet is probably safe to use during lactati
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Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.
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Driving
Xylonite 0.5mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired
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Kidney
Xylonite 0.5mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients wi
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Liver
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Severely interacts with other drugs like
Encorate Syrup, Zathrin Redimix Suspension, Pratham 200mg/5ml Rediuse Suspension, Azibig 200mg Suspension
Missed Dosage
If you miss a dose of Alprazolam, 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.
Patient Concerns
Frequently asked questions for Xylonite 0.5mg Tablet
Frequently asked questions for Alprazolam
Xylonite is used to relieve excess (moderate to severe) anxiety and to treat anxiety associated with depression. It is not to be used for mild anxiety associated with stress of day today life situations.
Xylonite is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Yes, the use of Xylonite has addictive potential. Its use is associated with risk of addiction for physical or psychological effects. The abrupt discontinuation of Xylonite is therefore not advised to avoid serious withdrawal symptoms.
No, Xylonite is not an opioid, it belongs to a class of substances called benzodiazepines.
No, Xylonite is not a mono-amine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI). It has no known inhibitory action on monoamine oxidase (MAO) enzyme. It belongs to the class of medicines known as benzodiazepines.
No, Xylonite has no known effect on blood or any action as blood thinner. It belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines and is used to relieve excess anxiety.
No, Xylonite is not an anti-depressant. It is used to relieve excess anxiety and to treat anxiety associated with depression.
No, Xylonite is not a narcotic substance. It belongs to the class of medicines known as benzodiazepines and is used for the treatment of anxiety.
No, Xylonite is not banned in India, however, it is available only by prescription from physician or doctor.
Yes, Xylonite is a habit forming substance. It is possible to become dependent on Xylonite and there are high chances that you may experience withdrawal symptoms when you stop taking Xylonite. Please take Xylonite only as advised by your doctor. Kindly inform your doctor if you have a history of using habit forming substances as your doctor would be able to advise you better regarding the use of Xylonite.
No, Xylonite is not indicated for managing a hangover. Rather, Xylonite should not be taken with alcohol as both the substances can cause excessive sleep (sedation) and depress your brain.
Yes, Xylonite is used to relieve excess (moderate to severe) anxiety and to treat anxiety associated with depression. It is not recommended for mild anxiety associated with stress of day today life situations.
No, Xylonite is not indicated for the treatment of heart palpitations. However, it may help in reducing heart palpitations associated with anxiety. Xylonite should always be taken only when advised by your doctor.
No, Xylonite is not indicated for the management of alcohol withdrawal.
Lowering of blood pressure is seen if you take more than prescribed dose of Xylonite. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive fall in blood pressure while you are taking Xylonite.
Yes, Xylonite makes you sleepy. Sedation (sleepiness) is a very common side effect of Xylonite. Please consult your doctor if you are prescribed Xylonite and your work requires you to remain alerted or you drive yourself as it may affect your driving.
Yes, Xylonite like any other medicine has an expiry date and should not be used beyond the date mentioned on the package.
Change in weight (both weight gain and weight loss) has been reported as a common side effect with Xylonite. Please consult your doctor if you experience disproportionate change in weight when you are taking Xylonite.
It has not been reported to cause hair loss. Talk to your doctor if you experience this while taking Xylonite. As it could be due to some other underlying condition.
No, Xylonite does not contain monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI).
Q. Can I take Xylonite with hydrocodone?
Xylonite should not be taken with hydrocodone. Xylonite belong to a class of medicines called benzodiazepines and hydrocodone belongs to the class of medicines called opioids. Both the classes cause sedation (increased tenedency to sleep) and respiratory depression (slow and difficult breathing). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Xylonite with paracetamol?
No, interactions have been reported between Xylonite and paracetamol. However, this does not mean that no interactions exist. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Xylonite with prednisone?
Prednisolone may increase the metabolism (breakdown) of Xylonite and hence decrease the levels of Xylonite in the body which may decrease the effect of Xylonite and a higher dose may be needed. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Xylonite with clonazepam?
Xylonite should not be taken with clonazepam as both the medicines belong to the same class of medicines called benzodiazepines. When taken together, they can cause sedation (increased tenedency to sleep) and respiratory depression (slow and difficult breathing). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Xylonite with oxycodone?
Xylonite should not be taken with oxycodone. Xylonite belong to a class of medicines called benzodiazepines and oxycodone belong to the class of medicines called opioids. Both the classes cause sedation (increased tenedency to sleep) and respiratory depression (slow and difficult breathing). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Xylonite with tramadol?
Xylonite should not be taken with tramadol. Xylonite belong to a class of medicines called benzodiazepines and tramadol belong to the class of medicines called opioids. Both the classes cause sedation (increased tenedency to sleep) and respiratory depression (slow and difficult breathing). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Xylonite with ibuprofen?
No, interactions have been reported between Xylonite and ibuprofen. However, this does not mean that no interactions exist. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Xylonite with sertraline?
No, interactions have been reported between Xylonite and sertraline. However, this does not mean that no interactions exist. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Xylonite with buspirone?
No, interactions have been reported between Xylonite and buspirone. However, this does not mean that no interactions exist. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
No, Xylonite should be taken only for a prescribed duration at prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
No, Xylonite is not indicated for the treatment of any kind of pain. It belongs to the class of benzodiazepines and is indicated for the treatment of anxiety.
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