Pisful 20mg Capsule
Introduction to Pisful 20mg Capsule
If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase seizure frequency.
Some common side effects of this medicine include tiredness, slurred speech, fever, cough, drooling, constipation, and difficulty in passing urine. It may cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It is important to consult the doctor if you notice blisters on the skin or inside your mouth. If you have been taking this medicine for a long time than regular monitoring of blood and liver functions may be required.
Safety Advice for Pisful 20mg Capsule
- Moderate risk
- High risk
- Safe
Pisful 20mg Capsule may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pisful 20mg Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Pisful 20mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.<BR>Short-term use is not expected to cause any adverse effects in the breastfed baby, especially if the baby is older than 2 months. During long-term use, monitor for possible sleepiness.
Pisful 20mg Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.<BR>You may feel sleepy or have concentration or memory problems after taking Pisful 20mg Capsule and this may affect your ability to drive.
Pisful 20mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pisful 20mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<BR>Limited information is available on the use of Pisful 20mg Capsule in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate kidney disease.
Pisful 20mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pisful 20mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<BR>Limited information is available on use of Pisful 20mg Capsule in patients with severe liver disease.
How Pisful 20mg Capsule works
Pisful 20mg Capsule 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.
How To Use Pisful 20mg Capsule
- Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not chew, crush or break it. Pisful 20mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Side Effects Of Pisful 20mg Capsule
- Aggressive behavior
- Breathing problems
- Constipation
- Cough
- Difficulty in urination
- Drooling
- Fever
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Sleepiness
- Slurred speech
- Tiredness
FAQ's on Pisful 20mg Capsule
Can I stop taking Pisful?
No, do not stop taking Pisful even if you are feeling well, unless your doctor tells you to. Suddenly stopping Pisful 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.
Is Pisful habit forming?
Yes, Pisful 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.
Can Pisful make me sleepy?
Yes, Pisful can make you sleepy. It usually begins within the first month of treatment and may diminish with continued treatment.
What if more than the recommended dose of Pisful is taken?
Taking more than the recommended doses of Pisful 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.
Does Pisful cause depression?
No, Pisful dose not cause depression, but it can cause recurrence of pre-existing depression.
How long does Pisful take to work?
Pisful is a fast-acting medicine, which means that it quickly gets absorbed from the bloodstream. Pisful reaches its highest blood levels within half an hour to 4 hours after the dose is taken.
How long does Pisful withdrawal last?
Withdrawal syndrome may develop at any time up to 3 weeks after stopping Pisful. Withdrawal signs may last anywhere from 4 weeks to a year or more.
Is Pisful the same as clonazepam?
No, Pisful and clonazepam are not the same medicines but belong to the same class of drugs known as benzodiazepines.
Can using Pisful cause a decrease in the blood pressure?
Generally, the use of Pisful does not cause a decrease in the blood pressure, but taking more than the recommended doses of Pisful may cause a fall in the blood pressure
Can Pisful tablets be crushed? Should I take Pisful before or after meals?
Pisful tablets can be taken whole, broken in half along the score, or crushed and mixed in applesauce. Pisful can be taken with or without food.
Can Pisful make me tired?
Pisful 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.
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- Moderate risk
- High risk
- Safe
Pisful 20mg Capsule may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pisful 20mg Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Pisful 20mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.<BR>Short-term use is not expected to cause any adverse effects in the breastfed baby, especially if the baby is older than 2 months. During long-term use, monitor for possible sleepiness.
Pisful 20mg Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.<BR>You may feel sleepy or have concentration or memory problems after taking Pisful 20mg Capsule and this may affect your ability to drive.
Pisful 20mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pisful 20mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<BR>Limited information is available on the use of Pisful 20mg Capsule in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate kidney disease.
Pisful 20mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pisful 20mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<BR>Limited information is available on use of Pisful 20mg Capsule in patients with severe liver disease.