Most modern tranquilizers meet a high level of quality and are extremely effective in neurotic and psychopathic conditions. The group of such drugs includes “Phenazepam”, a side effect of which is very addictive and withdrawal. The drug acts as a sleeping pill, can stop the anxiety syndrome and calm the nervous system.
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The composition of the drug and release form
A potent tranquilizer under the trade name "Phenazepam" is produced in two forms of release:
- Single-sided white tablets. One unit may contain 0.5, 1 or 2.5 mg of active ingredient. The medicine is dispensed in cardboard packs of 10, 25 and 50 units in a blister, which also includes instructions for use.
- The solution is colorless. The dosage of one ampoule is 1 ml. In one cardboard pack of 10 ampoules.
In the tablet form, the basis is the active ingredient phenazepam, its dosage is 0.5, 1 or 2.5 mg. Additional elements are also present: talc, lactose, povidone, sodium pyrosulphite, calcium stearate, potato starch.
Influence on the ability to drive vehicles and control mechanisms
With prolonged use of an anxiolytic drug and the presence of an inadequate reaction of the body, patients may develop some undesirable consequences from the nervous system.Most often, severe dizziness is observed, the concentration of attention decreases, depression of consciousness occurs, disorientation in space and impaired coordination.
During the course of therapy, you should not drive vehicles and manage complex mechanisms that require an increased concentration of attention.
Alcohol compatibility
During the treatment with Phenazepam tablets, it is strictly forbidden to drink alcohol, since the patient significantly increases the risk of severe and dangerous side effects from the digestive tract, nervous system and emotional background. As a rule, this is manifested in an extreme degree of inadequacy, attacks of aggression and intense anger. The combined use of medication and alcohol can give a lasting negative effect for several days.
Contraindications, side effects and overdose
Before you start treatment with this tool, you must obtain an appropriate appointment from a neurologist or psychotherapist. And also the patient should get acquainted with the list of contraindications for which the phenazepam tranquilizer should not be taken.
Among them:
- obstructive pulmonary disease;
- angle-closure glaucoma;
- depressive states;
- coma;
- myasthenia gravis;
- respiratory failure;
- period of pregnancy and lactation;
- minority;
- individual negative reaction to the main component;
- elderly age.
With strict control, it is necessary to take the drug for renal / hepatic dysfunction.
Sometimes dosage adjustment and strict control of the attending physician may be required in the presence of such conditions:
- cerebral ataxia;
- psychosis;
- drug dependence on psychoactive drugs.
It is dangerous to take pills during pregnancy, since the drug has a direct effect on the fetus.
With increased sensitivity and intolerance to the individual components of the drug, the possibility of the manifestation of negative reactions of the body is not excluded.
The main side effects:
- Nervous system: severe fatigue, feeling of drowsiness, migraine, disorientation in space, decreased attentiveness, tremor, aggressiveness, suicidal state, hallucinations, panic attacks.
- Digestive system: drying out of the oral cavity, painful discomfort, bouts of vomiting, cholecystitis.
- Allergic reaction: rash, itching, redness.
- Reproductive system: decreased libido.
- Cardiovascular system: palpitations, shortness of breath, jumps in blood pressure, anxiety.
In case of serious adverse reactions, the patient should immediately consult a specialist.
Cases of overdose with "Phenazepam" have also been reported.
Taking an excessive amount of the drug can lead to serious problems:
- with heart (tachycardia, low blood pressure);
- digestive system (vomiting, heartburn, diarrhea);
- and hematopoietic system (anemia, leukopenia).
A large negative effect is exerted on the kidneys, brain and genitourinary system. Frequent abuse of tranquilizers leads to convulsions, fever, attempted suicide, coma, and death. In this case, the patient needs to rinse the stomach, take sorbents and maintain breathing.
