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Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy

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About Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet

Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet belongs to a class of 'anxiolytic' drugs (reduces anxiety) called benzodiazepines (BZD), primarily used to treat severe anxiety over a short period and panic disorder with or without agoraphobia (an anxiety disorder that makes people very fearful of certain places and situations). Anxiety is a mental health disorder associated with fear of worry and excessive nervousness. On the other hand, panic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder that causes sudden feelings of fear even when there is no real danger, with symptoms like a fast heartbeat.

Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet reduces anxiety/panic by decreasing abnormal and excessive excitement of nerve cells in the brain. It works by increasing the activity of GABA ( a chemical messenger in the brain that acts as a natural nerve-calming agent). Thereby, Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet relaxes muscles, reduces anxiety, produces a feeling of calm, and helps to fall asleep.

Take Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet with or without food and swallow whole with a glass of water.  Your doctor will advise you on how often you take Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet based on your medical condition. Some people may experience depression, sleepiness and drowsiness, jerky, uncoordinated movements, inability to remember bits of information, slurred speech, dizziness, light-headedness, headaches, constipation, dry mouth, tiredness, and irritability. Most of these side effects of Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet do not require do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years of age. Do not take Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding as it may cause adverse effects on the baby. Inform your doctor if you have a drug addiction, muscle weakness, chronic pulmonary insufficiency, liver or kidney problem, or narrow-angle glaucoma (damage to optic nerve) before taking the Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet . Do not take Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet with opioids as it may cause breathing problems or other severe adverse effects.

Uses of Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet

Anxiety disorder, Panic disorder

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Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Key Benefits

Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet is an anxiolytic drug (anxiety reducer) that is used to treat anxiety, and panic disorder over a short period. Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet increases the activity of GABA (a chemical messenger in the brain that act as a natural nerve-calming agent) and is involved in inducing sleep. Thereby, Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet relaxes muscles, reduces anxiety, and induces sleep. Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet is not to be used for mild anxiety associated with the stress of today's life situations.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet
  • Avoid driving or operating machinery or activities that require high focus until you know how the medication affects you.
  • Maintain a fixed sleeping schedule, create a relaxing bedtime routine and ensure your sleeping space is comfortable to maximize your sleep quality.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine as these may worsen drowsiness and disturb sleep patterns.
  • Drink plenty of water as it helps with alertness and keeps you hydrated and for overall well-being.
  • Moderate physical activity can improve energy levels, but avoid intense workouts right before bedtime.
  • Get enough sleep. Maintain a regular sleep cycle.
  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly.
  • Manage stress with yoga or meditation.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine.
  • Avoid driving or operating machinery unless you are alert.
  • Blood flow to the brain and the rest of the body is increased by physical activity. This could help you maintain your memory.
  • Reading, solving puzzles, and picking up new skills are examples of mental workouts that can keep the brain engaged and enhance memory retention.
  • Maintaining an active social life enhances memory and brain stimulation.
  • Relaxation methods like yoga, meditation, and deep breathing can help because long-term stress can affect memory.
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
  • When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
  • Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
  • If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
  • Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
  • Identify the medicine causing abnormal movements and discuss with your doctor about change in dose or alternative medicine.
  • Record the frequency and severity of your abnormal movements to discuss with your doctor.
  • If you experience worsening of your movements, contact your doctor immediately.
  • Based on the severity and type of movement disturbance, your doctor may recommend physical therapy.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet if you are known to be allergic to Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet . Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet is not recommended for below 18 years of age. Do not take Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding as it may cause adverse effects in the baby. Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet should be used with caution in elderly patients 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 Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet . Do not take Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet with opioids as it may cause breathing problems, drowsiness, and coma.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AlprazolamSodium oxybate
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AlprazolamSodium oxybate
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How does the drug interact with Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet with Sodium Oxybate may increase Sodium Oxybate's adverse effects (respiratory depression, low blood pressure, fainting).

How to manage the interaction:
Although the combination of Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet and sodium oxybate may cause an interaction, they can be used if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you suffer any of the following symptoms: breathing difficulties, low blood pressure, being severely drowsy, or fainting. Avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery or performing other hazardous activities for at least 6 hours after taking a dose. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet with Ceritinib may considerably increase the blood levels and effects of Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a interaction between Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet and Ceritinib, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you experience excessive or prolonged drowsiness or difficulty in breathing. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AlprazolamCobicistat
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How does the drug interact with Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet with Cobicistat may considerably increase the blood levels and effects of Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Despite the fact that there is an interaction between Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet and Cobicistat, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you experience excessive or prolonged drowsiness or difficulty in breathing. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet:
The combination of Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet and Indinavir may considerably increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Despite the fact that there is an interaction between Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet and Indinavir, it can be used if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you have drowsiness, lightheadedness, palpitations, confusion, severe weakness, or difficulty breathing. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet:
Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet's blood levels may be significantly raised when combined with itraconazole.

How to manage the interaction:
Although combining Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet and Itraconazole may lead to an interaction, they can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you get extremely drowsy and your breathing becomes slow. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medication.
How does the drug interact with Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet:
The combination of Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet and clarithromycin may considerably increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Despite the fact that there is an interaction between Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet and clarithromycin, it can be used if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you have excessive drowsiness, problems with movement, memory loss, anxiety, hallucinations (illogical thoughts), or breathing issues (particularly if you have asthma or obstructive sleep apnea). Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AlprazolamDelavirdine
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How does the drug interact with Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet:
The combination of Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet and Delavirdine may considerably increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Despite the fact that there is an interaction between Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet and Delavirdine, it can be used if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you have sleepiness, dizziness, confusion, or weak or rapid breathing over a long duration of time. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet with Ketoconazole may considerably increase the blood levels of Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet, which may result in side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet and Ketoconazole, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you experience excessive or prolonged drowsiness or difficulty in breathing. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AlprazolamNefazodone
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How does the drug interact with Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet with Nefazodone may considerably increase the blood levels and effects of Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Despite the fact that there is an interaction between Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet and Nefazodone, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you experience excessive or prolonged drowsiness or difficulty in breathing. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet with Atazanavir may considerably increase the blood levels and effects of Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Despite the fact that there is an interaction between Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet and Atazanavir, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you experience excessive or prolonged drowsiness or difficulty in breathing. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Follow a regular sleep pattern. Do not take a nap during day time.
  • Avoid watching Tv, using mobiles or laptops just before bedtime.
  • Maintain a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Avoid fried foods, high-fat dairy products, pastries, and processed foods as they may worsen anxiety.
  • Do regular exercise and maintain healthy body weight.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase drowsiness.

Habit Forming

Yes

Therapeutic Class

[ANXIOLYTICS]

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Special Advise

Do not take Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet for a prolonged time as it may lead to mental or physical dependence on Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet .

FAQs

Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet reduces anxiety/panic by decreasing abnormal and excessive excitement of nerve cells in the brain. It works by increasing the activity of GABA ( a chemical messenger in the brain that acts as a natural nerve-calming agent). Thereby, Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet relaxes muscles, reduces anxiety, produces a feeling of calm, and helps to fall asleep.

No, Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet is not indicated for the treatment of heart palpitations. However, it may help in reducing heart palpitation associated with anxiety. Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet should always be taken only when advised by your doctor.

Yes, Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet may cause mental or physical dependence if used for a prolonged time. Therefore, take Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet only in dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

No, Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet is not used for the treatment of any pain. It is used for the treatment of anxiety.

No, you are not recommended to take Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet with codeine as co-administration of these medicines may cause breathing problems, drowsiness, and coma. However, before using Zolent 0.5 mg Tablet with codeine and any other opioids, you are advised to contact your doctor so that the dosage may be adjusted accordingly to use safely.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

1601, Karnavati Estate, GIDC, Phase III, Vatva, Ahmedabad 382445, Gujarat, India.
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