Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Etizola P is a brand name of etizolam. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs known as Hypnotics & Sedatives. It is used for the short-term treatment of sleeping disorder insomnia and anxiety. It is also used to treat anxiety associated with depression.

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, Etizola P is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. This is for your own good as it is a habit-forming drug and can lead to very unpleasant side effects.

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Yes, Etizola P is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, some known side effects are observed at the therapeutic dose level such as drowsiness, sedation, muscle weakness, and amnesia. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Etizola P can cause withdrawal symptoms when the drug is discontinued. These withdrawal symptoms can include anxiety, insomnia, headache, dizziness, tinnitus, anorexia, vomiting, nausea, tremor, weakness, perspiration, irritability, hypersensitivity to visual and auditory stimuli, palpitations, tachycardia (fast heart rate), and postural hypotension (drop in blood pressure on standing). 

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Etizola P causes low blood pressure if taken in higher doses. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown.