Zpam Beta 20 Tablet
Zpam Beta 20 Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat anxiety disorder. It calms the brain by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells. It blocks the action of certain chemical messengers on the heart and blood vessels. This reduces heart rate and blood pressure.
Zpam Beta 20 Tablet
Basic Information
Important information about this medicine
About This Medicine
General information about this product
Zpam Beta 20 Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat anxiety disorder. It calms the brain by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells. It blocks the action of certain chemical messengers on the heart and blood vessels. This reduces heart rate and blood pressure.
Zpam Beta 20 Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat anxiety disorder. It calms the brain by decreasing the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells. It blocks the action of certain chemical messengers on the heart and blood vessels. This reduces heart rate and blood pressure.
Zpam Beta 20 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. It is important to inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or depression as this medicine may cause suicidal thoughts.
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.
03Uses
Treatment of Anxiety disorder
04How To Use
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. Zpam Beta 20 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
05How It Works
Zpam Beta 20 Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Clonazepam and Propranolol. Clonazepam 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.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take Zpam Beta Tablet?
A: If you miss a dose of Zpam Beta 20 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.
07Benefits
In Treatment of Anxiety disorder
Zpam Beta 20 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 Generalised Anxiety Disorder. Zpam Beta 20 Tablet 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.
08Side Effects
Confusion
Memory impairment
Drowsiness
Slow heart rate
Tiredness
Uncoordinated body movements
Nightmares
Cold extremities
09Safety Information
Alcohol:UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Zpam Beta 20 Tablet.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zpam Beta 20 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:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zpam Beta 20 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving:UNSAFE
Zpam Beta 20 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zpam Beta 20 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Zpam Beta 20 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.Use of Zpam Beta 20 Tablet can cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver:CAUTION
Zpam Beta 20 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zpam Beta 20 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Regular monitoring of blood pressure is advisable for dose adjustment.
10Drug Tips
Zpam Beta 20 Tablet is used for the treatment of anxiety.
It can take a week or two after starting this treatment before the effect begins to build up, and 4-6 weeks before you feel the full benefit. Do not stop taking it after a week or two, feeling it is not helping.
Do not stop taking Zpam Beta 20 Tablet unless your doctor tells you to do so. Stopping treatment suddenly can cause problems and your doctor will probably want you to reduce your dose gradually when this becomes necessary.
Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may feel dizzy. Get up slowly and steady yourself to prevent a fall.
If you are due to have an operation or dental treatment, it is important to tell the person carrying out the treatment that you are taking.
Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress.
Zpam Beta 20 Tablet is used for the treatment of anxiety.
It can take a week or two after starting this treatment before the effect begins to build up, and 4-6 weeks before you feel the full benefit. Do not stop taking it after a week or two, feeling it is not helping.
It can take a week or two after starting this treatment before the effect begins to build up, and 4-6 weeks before you feel the full benefit. Do not stop taking it after a week or two, feeling it is not helping.
Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may feel dizzy. Get up slowly and steady yourself to prevent a fall.
If you are due to have an operation or dental treatment, it is important to tell the person carrying out the treatment that you are taking.
Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can check on your progress.
References
Sources and references
Clonazepam. Boucherville, Québec: Sandoz Canada Inc.; 2018. [Accessed 22 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: View
