Eticool
Composition for Eticool Products
Eticool Products are primarily used for
Short term anxiety, InsomniaProducts for Eticool
Eticool 0.5mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP₹29.81
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About Eticool Products
Eticool Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Eticool are Altered libido, Confusion, Depression, Drowsiness, Fainting, Headache, Muscle coordination impaired, Muscle weakness, Sedation, Slurred speech, Tremors, Visual impairment.
How Eticool Products work
Etizolam 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.
In Depth Information for Eticool Products
- Take it as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
- The addiction / habit-forming potential of this medicine is less as compared to other benzodiazepines.
- 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.
- Do not take this medicine if you have a history of drug addiction or drug abuse.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- 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.
Patient Concerns about Eticool Products
Frequently asked questions about Eticool Products
Q. Does Eticool 0.5mg Tablet have abuse potential?
Yes, several reports mention the abuse potential of Eticool 0.5mg Tablet. Therefore, it should be used with caution in patients prone to drug abuse.
Q. What are the advantages of Eticool 0.5mg Tablet over other benzodiazepines (BZDs)?
As compared to other benzodiazepines, Eticool 0.5mg Tablet has lesser sedative effects, lower dependence, and lower tolerance. However, long-term use can reduce the effectiveness of the medicine and may cause dependence and addiction.
Q. What happens if you stop taking Eticool 0.5mg Tablet suddenly?
Stopping Eticool 0.5mg Tablet suddenly may cause withdrawal symptoms, which may include anxiety, insomnia, headache, dizziness, ringing sound in the ear (tinnitus), eating disorder (anorexia), vomiting, nausea, tremors, weakness, excessive sweating (perspiration), irritability, hypersensitivity to visual and auditory stimuli. Stopping the medicine suddenly may also cause palpitations, a fast heart rate, and postural hypotension (drop in blood pressure on standing). In severe and rare cases of withdrawal from high doses, patients may develop seizures, mental disorders (psychosis), agitation, confusion, and hallucinations.
Q. Is Eticool 0.5mg Tablet a muscle relaxant?
Yes, like other benzodiazepines, it causes muscle relaxation, but otherwise, it is mainly used for anxiety.
Q. Is Eticool 0.5mg Tablet good for sleep?
Like other benzodiazepines, it causes sleepiness but is mainly used for anxiety disorders. It increases total sleep time and decreases the proportion of rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, wherein your eyes move quickly in different directions. Eticool 0.5mg Tablet does not affect sleep latency (the amount of time it takes you to go from being fully awake to being asleep).
Q. Is Eticool 0.5mg Tablet an antidepressant?
No, Eticool 0.5mg Tablet is not an antidepressant. It is used for the treatment of generalized anxiety disorder with depressive symptoms. However, it may affect the patient's mood.