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Serepax 30mg Tablet

by Pfizer Ltd
Oxazepam (30mg)

₹13

Serepax 30mg Tablet

Introduction to Serepax 30mg Tablet

Serepax 30mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines called benzodiazepines. It may be taken with or without food. However, 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 as advised by your doctor as it has a high potential of habit-forming.

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 cause nausea and anxiety. It should only be used for a limited period as long term use of this medicine is not recommended.

Serepax 30mg Tablet may cause dizziness and sleepiness as side effects of this medicine, so do not drive if you have taken this medicine. Moreover, driving under the influence of this medicine is also considered as an offense. Other common side effects of this medicine include nausea, lethargy, edema, slurred speech, tremor, altered libido, and rashes. These are usually temporary and resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away.

It should be noted that in elderly patients this medicine may reduce the muscle tone and increased risk of falls. You should avoid alcohol intake while taking this medicine as it will increase drowsiness. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding, before taking this medicine.

Safety Advice for Serepax 30mg Tablet

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Serepax 30mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

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Serepax 30mg 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.

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Serepax 30mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

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Serepax 30mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.<BR>As Serepax 30mg Tablet may affect how your muscles work or may make you feel sleepy or forgetful. It may also impair your alertness which can affect your ability to drive.

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Serepax 30mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Serepax 30mg Tablet is recommended.<BR>However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. Use of Serepax 30mg Tablet may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.

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Serepax 30mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Serepax 30mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<BR>Use of Serepax 30mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

How Serepax 30mg Tablet works

Serepax 30mg Tablet 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 Serepax 30mg 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. Serepax 30mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects Of Serepax 30mg Tablet

  • Altered libido
  • Dizziness
  • Edema (swelling)
  • Lethargy
  • Nausea
  • Rash
  • Slurred speech
  • Tremor

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FAQ's on Serepax 30mg Tablet

Does Serepax lower blood pressure/ cause weight loss or weight gain / make you sleepy/ get you high/ cause diarrhea?

Serepax may cause these side effects. Call your doctor if you experience any unusual problems during your treatment with Serepax.

Is Serepax a benzodiazepine or a narcotic?

Serepax belongs to benzodiazepine group of medicines and it is not a narcotic

Is Serepax the same as valium/Xanax?

Serepax and valium/Xanax, all belong to same class of medicines called benzodiazepines, and have similar effect on brain. However, consult your doctor for specific indications of each medicine

Is Serepax addictive?

Yes, Serepax is addictive. If used more than 4 weeks without a break, there is a risk of becomingdependent or of having problems when you stop taking

Is oxazepam a metabolite of diazepam/clonazepam?

Yes, oxazepam is a metabolite of diazepam but not of clonazepam

Can I take oxazepam with mirtazapine/ Zoloft/ tramadol/ diazepam/ antibiotics?

Oxazepam may interact with these medications. Kindly follow doctors instructions

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Serepax 30mg Tablet

by Pfizer Ltd
Oxazepam (30mg)

₹13

Serepax 30mg Tablet

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