ESCRIPTION
Lam-Plus Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat anxiety. It calms the brain by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells. It also blocks the action of certain chemical messengers on the heart and blood vessels. This reduces heart rate and blood pressure. Lam-Plus Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration advised by your doctor as it has high habit-forming potential. If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important not to stop taking this medicine suddenly as it may cause withdrawal symptoms. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine as this may reduce its effectiveness. Some common side effects of this medicine include confusion, memory impairment, slow heart rate, tiredness, and nightmare. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness. So, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. The drug has the ability to hide the symptoms of diabetes, hence monitor your blood sugar regularly while taking this medicine. Let your doctor know if you experience increased swelling around your legs or ankles, sudden weight gain or sudden shortness of breath while on the treatment. Take caution while taking medicine if you are suffering from liver disease. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
INTRODUCTION
In Anxiety disorder Lam-Plus Tablet stops your brain from releasing the chemicals that make you feel anxious so it can reduce the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry. It can also reduce feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating, feeling irritable and sleep problems that often come with Anxiety Disorder. It 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.
USE OF
Anxiety disorder
BENEFITS
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. Lam-Plus Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
HOW TO USE
Lam-Plus Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Alprazolam and Propranolol. Alprazolam is a benzodiazepine. It works by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in brain. Propranolol is a beta blocker which blocks the action of certain chemical messengers on the heart and blood vessels. This reduces heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.
SAFETY ADVICE
– Alcohol : UNSAFE – It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lam-Plus Tablet. – Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Lam-Plus 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 – Lam-Plus 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 – Lam-Plus Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Lam-Plus Tablet may cause visual disturbances, hallucinations, fatigue, mental confusion, dizziness or tiredness. This may affect your driving ability. – Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Lam-Plus Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Lam-Plus Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. – Liver : CAUTION – Lam-Plus Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lam-Plus Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is advisable for dose adjustment.
IF MISS
If you miss a dose of Lam-Plus 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.
COMMON SIDE EFFECT
Drowsiness | Memory impairment | Slow heart rate | Tiredness | Uncoordinated body movements | Nightmares | Cold extremities
ALCOHOL INTERACTION
UNSAFE
PREGNANCY INTERACTION
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
LACTATION INTERACTION
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
KIDNEY INTERACTION
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
LIVER INTERACTION
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DISCLAIMER
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