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Etiq 0.5 Orally Disintegrating Tablet

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Product introduction

Etiq 0.5 Orally Disintegrating Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat short-term anxiety and insomnia. It binds to specific receptor sites in the brain and calms the brain. Therefore, it provides effective relaxation to the brain.

Etiq 0.5 Orally Disintegrating Tablet is used to reduce anxiety, epilepsy and promote sleep.

Benefits of Etiq Tablet MD

In Treatment of Short term anxiety

Etiq 0.5 Orally Disintegrating Tablet reduces the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry that are triggered only at the time of stressful conditions that last for a shorter duration. These could be job interviews, exams, stage performances, etc. It can effectively manage feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating and feeling irritable. Etiq 0.5 Orally Disintegrating Tablet will therefore help you go about your daily activities more easily and be more productive. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. Stopping suddenly can cause serious problems.

In Treatment of Insomnia

Etiq 0.5 Orally Disintegrating Tablet 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. Etiq 0.5 Orally Disintegrating Tablet works by slowing activity in the brain to allow sleep. This helps you relax and feel more energetic. It also helps you concentrate better and improves your quality of life.

Side effects of Etiq Tablet MD

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 Etiq

  • Altered libido
  • Confusion
  • Depression
  • Drowsiness
  • Fainting
  • Headache
  • Muscle coordination impaired
  • Muscle weakness
  • Sedation
  • Slurred speech
  • Tremors
  • Visual impairment

How to use Etiq 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. Etiq 0.5 Orally Disintegrating Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Etiq 0.5 Orally Disintegrating Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Etiq 0.5 Orally Disintegrating Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Etiq 0.5 Orally Disintegrating Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Etiq 0.5 Orally Disintegrating Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
The most common side-effects of Etiq 0.5 Orally Disintegrating Tablet are related to sedation and musculoskeletal relaxation. It may impair your driving ability.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Etiq 0.5 Orally Disintegrating Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Etiq 0.5 Orally Disintegrating Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • 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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Thienodiazepines Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Benzodiazepines

Patient concerns

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I'm experiencing insomnia for the past 2 months and mild anxiety. What should I do?
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
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Sleep disturbance is a common symptom of anxiety. Identify what's making you anxious and try and figure out how to deal with it. If it is career, chart out a plan and lay down short term goals to work on. In case you are unable to identify the cause of your anxiety, it could be endogenous or subconscious. Talking to a Professional should help
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References

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  2. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 25 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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Name: Novosys Life Sciences Private Limited
Address: Shop No. 4, 2nd Floor, Star Tower Above PNB Bank, DHANAS, Chandigarh, Chandigarh.
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025

A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Etiq 0.5 Orally Disintegrating Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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Email ID: [email protected]
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

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