Petril Plus 0.5 Mg/10 Mg Tablet

Petril tablet is composed of Clonazepam, Escitalopram and is used to treat depression and anxiety. This medication is referred to as an antiepileptic. Also known as anticonvulsant helps to control panic attacks. This medication falls under a category of drugs known as benzodiazepines and works by calming the nerves and the brain.

The dosage of this medication will be prescribed by the doctor depending on your condition, how your response has been to the treatment so far and also your age. When it comes to children the question of age as a determining factor is crucial. The dosage for this medication will be stepped down slowly by the doctor himself/herself. The side effects of this medication vary from patient to patient and it is suggested that you consult with a neurologist before deciding to use this medication.

• Anxiety

• Depression

• Hypersensitivity

• Convulsions

• Confusion

• Diarrhoea

• Dry Mouth

• Sleepiness

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effects of this medication lasts for about six to eight hours for adult patients and for twelve hours in children as well as infants.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effects of this medication start to show up in about thirty to forty minutes.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pregnant women must consult doctor before using this medication.

• Is it habit forming?

  In many patient cases it was found that as a result of prolonged usage certain habit-forming inclinations were found.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Breastfeeding women must consult doctor before using this medication.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  While taking Clonazepam consumption of alcohol is strictly not advised.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Petril Plus 0.5 Mg/10 Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Panicalm 0.5 Mg/10 Mg Tablet

  RPG Life Sciences Ltd

• DESTRES EC TABLET

  Midas Healthcare Ltd

• Esciram Cl 0.5 Mg/10 Mg Tablet

  Ceras Pharmaceutical

• Restovis D Tablet

  Avis Lifecare Pvt Ltd

• S-Citapad Plus Tablet

  Tripada Healthcare Pvt Ltd

• Atpram-C 0.5 Mg/10 Mg Tablet

  Octane Biotech Pvt Ltd

• Desilam Plus 0.5 Mg/10 Mg Tablet

  MSN Laboratories

• Ecit-Plus Tablet

  Talent Healthcare

• Caspa Plus Tablet

  Thrift Pharmaceuticals

• Citajoy C 0.5 mg/10 mg Tablet

  Wings Biotech Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  On missing a dose it is recommended that you take the medication as soon as you remember it. However, if you are already in time for the next dose, then skip the earlier one.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  If you happen to overdose you are likely to experience symptoms such as confusion, drowsiness and fainting.

This medication is an anticonvulsant and an ant-epileptic which acts like a tranquilizer. It inhibits the synaptic transmission that occurs in the central nervous system.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Consumption of alcohol should be avoided while you are taking this medication. Activities which require high mental alertness should be avoided and symptoms like dizziness, difficulty in breathing should be reported to the doctor immediately.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Medicine

  This medication interacts with Cimetidine, Lithium, CYP2C19 Inhibitors and others.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  This medication interacts with Seizure disorders, Closed-Angle Glaucoma and others.

• Ques : What is Petril Plus 0.5 Mg/10 Mg Tablet?

  Ans : Petril has Clonazepam and Escitalopram as active elements present in it. This medicine performs its action by increasing the activity of serotonin in the brain, improving the activity of gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA) neurotransmitter.

• Ques : What are the uses of Petril Plus 0.5 Mg/10 Mg Tablet?

  Ans : Petril is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Anxiety, Treatment of seizure disorder, Depression, Major depressive disorder, and Treatment of panic disorder.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Petril Plus 0.5 Mg/10 Mg Tablet?

  Ans : Side effects include Confusion, Convulsions, Decreased urine output, Fast heartbeat, Constipation, Diarrhea, Dry mouth, Decreased appetite, Joint pain, Sleepiness, Nervousness, Uncontrolled body movements, Reduced intellectual abilities, Decreased sexual urge, Blurred vision, and Muscle pain.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Petril Plus 0.5 Mg/10 Mg Tablet?

  Ans : Petril should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.