Prazolam: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Prazolam Information

Prazolam, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Anxiety. Other than this, Prazolam has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Prazolam. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Prazolam can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Prazolam go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Prazolam's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Prazolam has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Prazolam related warnings section.

Prazolam is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Glaucoma, Epilepsy, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Prazolam have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Prazolam with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Prazolam is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Prazolam Benefits & Uses
Prazolam Dosage & How to Take
Prazolam Side Effects
Prazolam Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Prazolam with Other Drugs
Prazolam Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Prazolam
Prazolam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Prazolam Benefits & Uses

Prazolam is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)

Other Benefits

Panic Attack and Disorder

Prazolam Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Anxiety Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Anxiety Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Anxiety Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.13 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Prazolam Related Warnings

Is the use of Prazolam safe for pregnant women?

Prazolam can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Prazolam safe during breastfeeding?

Prazolam may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Prazolam on the Kidneys?

Prazolam rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Prazolam on the Liver?

Use of Prazolam may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Prazolam on the Heart?

Side effects of Prazolam rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Prazolam with Other Drugs

Prazolam should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Guaifenesin

Chlorpheniramine

Aspirin

Naloxone

Prazolam Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Prazolam unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Shock
Glaucoma
Epilepsy
Mania
Depression
Myasthenia Gravis
Parkinson's Disease
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Prazolam

Is this Prazolam habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Prazolam cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Prazolam you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Prazolam should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Prazolam has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Prazolam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Prazolam

Some foods when eaten with Prazolam can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Prazolam

Taking Prazolam and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Prazolam

Question over 5 years ago

What is Prazolam?

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

Prazolam is a brand name for alprazolam. It is a controlled prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called benzodiazepine. It is short-acting potent anxiolytic and a minor tranquilizer. It is used for the treatment of anxiety and panic disorder (sudden, unexpected attacks of extreme fear and worry about these attacks).

Question over 5 years ago

Is Prazolam safe to use?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Prazolam is safe to use, if taken in prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration. However, there are few side effects which have been observed at a therapeutic dose level such as drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, depression, hallucination, shortness of breath, seizure, confusion, memory loss, unusual changes in behavior, and problems with coordination or balance.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Prazolam on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Stopping or discontinuing Prazolam on your own can cause withdrawal symptoms (seizures, difficulty in sleep, headache, nervousness, and depression). However, if you decide to stop/discontinue it, then stop it slowly, do not stop suddenly. However, please do not hesitate to discuss with your doctor if you are experiencing any withdrawal symptoms after stopping/discounting it on your own.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Prazolam cause erectile dysfunction?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Prazolam can cause erectile dysfunction. If you experience erectile dysfunction after taking it, do not stop the drug without consulting your doctor. Discuss with your doctor, he/she will provide you solutions or prescribe alternative medicines.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Prazolam for insomnia ?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Prazolam is not the exact drug for the treatment of Insomnia. However, since Insomia patients also suffer from anxiety during the night this medicine can be taken to relax the mind and eventually induce sleep. Do not take it without consulting a physician.