Description

NITRAZEPAM belongs to a group of medications called ‘benzodiazepines’ (BZD) primarily used to treat anxiety disorders, insomnia and prevention of seizures (fits) due to epilepsy. An anxiety disorder is a mental health disorder characterized by excessive fear or worry, that affects individual daily activities. Epilepsy is a brain-related neurological disorder characterized by episodes of seizures (fits) due to a chemical change in the brain cells (neurons) that leads to a sudden surge of electrical activity in the brain followed by sudden jerky movements of limbs or a part of the body. Insomnia is a sleeping disorder in which a person finds difficulty in feeling asleep or staying asleep.

NITRAZEPAM contain ‘Nitrazepam’ that works by increasing levels of brain cells (neurons) calming chemical, known as gamma-amino-butyric-acid (GABA), in your brain that helps to relieve anxiety, prevents further seizures attacks (fits), and relaxes tense muscles. Besides this, NITRAZEPAM relieves temporary insomnia (sleeplessness) due to anxiety disorder. NITRAZEPAM is not recommended for mild to moderate anxiety and tension related to day-to-day life.

Uses of NITRAZEPAM

Anxiety disorder, Epilepsy (fits), Insomnia (sleeplessness)

Medicinal Benefits

NITRAZEPAM is a “benzodiazepines” that increases the chemical messenger (GABA) in your brain, thereby decreasing the feeling of nervousness, stress and anxiety, leading to a state of calmness and relaxation induces sleep. NITRAZEPAM benefits people who struggle with anxiety and worries in daily life. Regular intake of the prescribed dose of NITRAZEPAM improves social-life and your ability and performance at work and general wellbeing.

Directions for Use

Take NITRAZEPAM with or without food as advised by a doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of NITRAZEPAM

• Drowsiness during the day
• Feeling of emptiness
• Reduced alertness
• Confusion
• Tiredness
• Loss of coordination
• Headache
• Nightmares
• Dizziness
• Muscle weakness
• Double vision
  

  In-Depth Precautions and Warning

  Drug Warnings

  Do not take NITRAZEPAM if you are known to be allergic to Nitrazepam or other benzodiazepines class of medicines like clonazepam, lorazepam, diazepam etc. NITRAZEPAM is not recommended for use below 18 years of age. Do not take NITRAZEPAM if you are pregnant or breastfeeding as it may cause adverse effects in the baby. NITRAZEPAM should be used with caution in elderly patients above 65 years as there is an increased risk of adverse reactions such as drowsiness, dizziness, and muscle weakness. Inform your doctor if you have myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), drug addiction, chronic pulmonary insufficiency, narrow-angle glaucoma, kidney/liver problem before taking NITRAZEPAM. Taking NITRAZEPAM with opioid pain killer medicines (like codeine, oxycodone and hydrocodone) can cause severe drowsiness, breathing problems, coma, and even death. NITRAZEPAM should be taken with extreme caution in patients who have a history of alcoholism or drug abuse. If you feel excess suicidal thoughts, difficulty concentrating, sleep disturbances (apnoea), dizziness, or, sleepiness let your doctor know about this.