Pizam
Composition for Pizam Products
Pizam Products are primarily used for
Severe anxiety, Epilepsy/SeizuresProducts for Pizam
Pizam 10mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP₹75.94
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Pizam 5mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP₹43.13
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Substitute brands for Pizam
About Pizam Products
Pizam Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Pizam are Constipation, Dizziness, Dryness in mouth, Fatigue, Decreased appetite, Headache, Nausea, Irritability, Aggression, Restlessness, Drug tolerance, Difficulty in paying attention, Tremors, Abnormality of voluntary movements, Sleepiness, Depression, Sedation, Speech disorder.
Severe
Side Effects of Pizam are Drug dependence, Psychotic disorder, Impaired consciousness, Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement), Abnormal gait, Respiratory depression, Photosensitivity, Urticaria, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Toxic epidermal necrolysis, Muscle spasm, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Suicidal ideation, Cognitive disorder.
How Pizam Products work
Clobazam 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 Pizam Products
- 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 notice sores or blisters on your skin, lips, or inside your mouth.
- 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 Pizam Products
Frequently asked questions about Pizam Products
Q. Is Pizam 10mg Tablet habit forming?
Yes, Pizam 10mg Tablet can be habit forming if used for a long time. The risk of dependence increases with dose and duration of treatment; it is also greater in patients with a history of alcohol or drug abuse. Therefore, the duration of treatment is generally as short as possible.
Q. Can Pizam 10mg Tablet make me sleepy?
Yes, Pizam 10mg Tablet can make you sleepy. It usually begins within the first month of treatment and may diminish with continued treatment.
Q. How long does Pizam 10mg Tablet take to work?
Pizam 10mg Tablet is a fast-acting medicine, which means that it quickly gets absorbed from the bloodstream. Pizam 10mg Tablet reaches its highest blood levels within half an hour to 4 hours after the dose is taken.
Q. Is Pizam 10mg Tablet the same as clonazepam?
No, Pizam 10mg Tablet and clonazepam are not the same medicines but belong to the same class of drugs known as benzodiazepines.
Q. How long does Pizam 10mg Tablet withdrawal last?
Withdrawal syndrome may develop at any time up to 3 weeks after stopping Pizam 10mg Tablet. Withdrawal signs may last anywhere from 4 weeks to a year or more.
Q. Can I stop taking Pizam 10mg Tablet?
No, do not stop taking Pizam 10mg Tablet even if you are feeling well, unless your doctor tells you to. Suddenly stopping Pizam 10mg Tablet may cause unwanted effects known as withdrawal symptoms. To prevent this, the dose of clobazam needs to be reduced gradually before completely stopping it. Therefore, it is important that you consult your doctor first.
Q. Is Pizam 10mg Tablet habit forming?
Yes, Pizam 10mg Tablet can be habit forming if used for a long time. The risk of dependence increases with dose and duration of treatment; it is also greater in patients with a history of alcohol or drug abuse. Therefore, the duration of treatment is generally as short as possible.
Q. Can Pizam 10mg Tablet make me sleepy?
Yes, Pizam 10mg Tablet can make you sleepy. It usually begins within the first month of treatment and may diminish with continued treatment.
Q. How long does Pizam 10mg Tablet take to work?
Pizam 10mg Tablet is a fast-acting medicine, which means that it quickly gets absorbed from the bloodstream. Pizam 10mg Tablet reaches its highest blood levels within half an hour to 4 hours after the dose is taken.
Q. Is Pizam 10mg Tablet the same as clonazepam?
No, Pizam 10mg Tablet and clonazepam are not the same medicines but belong to the same class of drugs known as benzodiazepines.
Q. How long does Pizam 10mg Tablet withdrawal last?
Withdrawal syndrome may develop at any time up to 3 weeks after stopping Pizam 10mg Tablet. Withdrawal signs may last anywhere from 4 weeks to a year or more.
Q. Can I stop taking Pizam 10mg Tablet?
No, do not stop taking Pizam 10mg Tablet even if you are feeling well, unless your doctor tells you to. Suddenly stopping Pizam 10mg Tablet may cause unwanted effects known as withdrawal symptoms. To prevent this, the dose of clobazam needs to be reduced gradually before completely stopping it. Therefore, it is important that you consult your doctor first.
Q. What if more than the recommended dose of Pizam 10mg Tablet is taken?
Taking more than the recommended doses of Pizam 10mg Tablet can affect in different ways, and the patient should seek immediate medical help. In mild cases, it may cause symptoms such as drowsiness, mental confusion, and tiredness. Whereas, in more serious cases, the symptoms may include the complete loss of control of bodily movements, decreased muscle tone, low blood pressure, respiratory depression, coma in rare cases, and death in very rare cases.
Q. Can Pizam 10mg Tablet tablets be crushed? Should I take Pizam 10mg Tablet before or after meals?
Pizam 10mg Tablet tablets can be taken whole, broken in half along the score, or crushed and mixed in applesauce. Pizam 10mg Tablet can be taken with or without food.
Q. Can using Pizam 10mg Tablet cause a decrease in the blood pressure?
Generally, the use of Pizam 10mg Tablet does not cause a decrease in the blood pressure, but taking more than the recommended doses of Pizam 10mg Tablet may cause a fall in the blood pressure
Q. Can Pizam 10mg Tablet make me tired?
Pizam 10mg Tablet may cause tiredness along with muscle weakness. In case you experience tiredness or if tiredness persists for a long time, then you should consult your doctor.
Q. Does Pizam 10mg Tablet cause depression?
No, Pizam 10mg Tablet dose not cause depression, but it can cause recurrence of pre-existing depression.