Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg Tablet is used to treat insomnia. It helps to calm the brain by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells. It also regulates the sleep cycle and helps the patient to fall asleep quickly.

Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg Tablet is a combination of benzodiazepines and melatonin agonist.

Uses of Alprax Z Tablet

Treatment of Insomnia

Benefits of Alprax Z Tablet

In Treatment of Insomnia

Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines that helps treat insomnia (difficulty falling or staying asleep) in people who have problems related to their sleeping habits. Insomnia may cause you to wake up earlier than usual and you may find it difficult to go back to sleep. It works by slowing down the abnormal activity of nerves in the brain to allow sleep. It also improves the sleep-wake cycle and restores it to normal. This helps you relax, feel calm, and more energetic. It also helps you concentrate better and improves your quality of life.

Side effects of Alprax Z Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Alprax Z

Confusion
Drowsiness
Tiredness
Uncoordinated body movements
Depression
Memory impairment

How to use Alprax Z 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. Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg 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.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
There is very limited experience on use of Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg Tablet in patients with underlying liver disease.

What if you forget to take Alprax Z Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg 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

Alprax Z Tablet

Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg Tablet is prescribed for the treatment of insomnia.
It can take a week or two after starting this treatment before the effect begins to build up, and 4-6 weeks before you feel the full benefit. Do not stop taking it after a week or two, feeling it is not helping.
Do not stop taking Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg Tablet unless your doctor tells you to do so. Stopping treatment suddenly can cause problems and your doctor will probably want you to reduce your dose gradually when this becomes necessary.
Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress.
Inform your doctor if you have liver disease.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg Tablet is prescribed for the treatment of insomnia.
It can take a week or two after starting this treatment before the effect begins to build up, and 4-6 weeks before you feel the full benefit. Do not stop taking it after a week or two, feeling it is not helping.
Do not stop taking Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg Tablet unless your doctor tells you to do so. Stopping treatment suddenly can cause problems and your doctor will probably want you to reduce your dose gradually when this becomes necessary.
Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress.
Inform your doctor if you have liver disease.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Yes

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Patient concerns

I don't get sleep in the night

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

take Alprax 0.25 mg in night

Sir, I am not getting alternative of ALPRAX , which I have to take 1.5 MG every night. Please refer the Prescription. With Kind Regards R. R. PATIENT

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Alprazolam shouldn't be taken regularly for prolonged periods. It should only be provided to patient after proper prescription. Please visit a psychiatrist.

My father age 54 having diabetes and sugar level blood sugar (f) 124.0 mg Blood sugar (pp) and my father has regularly taking sleeping tablet (Alprax) tablet is that dangerous for health ? He can't able to stop putting that sleeping tablet What can I do sir ?

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Physician

Increased sugar level. Try to keep sugar level in normal limits by taking medicine regularly, taking diabetic diet and regular exercise. Try to avoid sleeping pills by doing any activities like listening music , reading etc before going to sleep.

Sir i am unable to sleep properly (less than 3hr) since 2 year i have taken alprax ,clonafit ,etc but nothing has improved my sleep pattern pls tell some medication for my insomnia

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Medicines are prescribed after clinical examination. This portal is to guide you regarding your problems and clarify doubts. Please see a psychiatrist for treatment.Sleep problems are often caused by underlying physical and/ or psychological cause. This requires examination of the patient so that proper treatment can be initiated. Often stress/ anxiety/ depression or mood disorder needs to be dealt with and sleeping pills are not adequate treatment. Please go through the link below - http://drjyotikapoor.com/2015/01/26/sleep-disorders/

FAQs

Alprax Z Tablet

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg Tablet?

Keep Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg Tablet in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

In which conditions is the use of Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg Tablet contraindicated?

The use of Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg Tablet is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergy to alprazolam or melatonin. Its use should also be avoided in patients with myasthenia gravis, any breathing difficulties or chest diseases, liver diseases and sleep apnea.

Can the use of Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg Tablet cause dependence?

Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg Tablet contains alprazolam which can make you dependent on the medicine. Dependence can lead to withdrawal symptoms when you stop the treatment abruptly. This mainly happens if you have been taking high doses or have been using it for a very long time. Withdrawal symptoms can include a headache, muscle pain, anxiety, restlessness, confusion, mood changes, difficulty in sleeping, irritability, nausea, vomiting, stomach upset and many others.

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References

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Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg Tablet

Introduction of Alprax Z Tablet

Uses of Alprax Z Tablet

Benefits of Alprax Z Tablet

In Treatment of Insomnia

Side effects of Alprax Z Tablet

Common side effects of Alprax Z

How to use Alprax Z Tablet

Safety advice

What if you forget to take Alprax Z Tablet?

All substitutes

Quick tips

Alprax Z Tablet

Fact Box

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

FAQs

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg Tablet?

In which conditions is the use of Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg Tablet contraindicated?

Can the use of Alprax Z 0.5 mg/3 mg Tablet cause dependence?

Top Psychiatrists

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