AlpraRAAY
Prescription RequiredProduct Overview
AlpraRAAY Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. It alters brain activity, calms it, and provides relief from anxiety and panic attacks by relaxing the nerves.
AlpraRAAY Tablet may be taken with or without food. 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 as advised by your doctor, as it has a high potential for habit-forming. Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication must not be stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor.
The most common side effects of this medicine are problems with coordination, low blood pressure (hypotension), and changes in sex drive. It may cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
AlpraRAAY Tablet should be avoided in individuals with a history of substance abuse or dependence, as it can be habit-forming. Do not take AlpraRAAY Tablet with alcohol or other sedatives, as it can cause excessive drowsiness and breathing difficulties. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult a doctor before use, as it may harm the baby. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery, as AlpraRAAY Tablet can cause drowsiness and dizziness.
Used For
In Treatment of Anxiety
AlpraRAAY Tablet reduces the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry. It can also reduce feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating, and feeling irritable. It 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 it suddenly can cause serious problems. So, do not stop taking it without discussing it with your doctor.
- Treatment of Anxiety
- Treatment of Panic disorder
How 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. AlpraRAAY Tablet may be taken with or without food.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of AlpraRAAY 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.
How it works
AlpraRAAY Tablet helps relieve anxiety and panic by calming the brain. It works by increasing the effects of a natural brain chemical called GABA, which reduces excessive brain activity. This creates a relaxing and calming effect, helping to ease feelings of worry, nervousness, and stress. It also helps with sleep and reduces muscle tension. However, since it can cause drowsiness and dependence if used for a long time, it should be taken only as prescribed by a doctor.
Possible Side Effects
- Impaired coordination
- Hypotension (low blood pressure)
- Difficulty in speaking
- Altered libido
Safety Advice
AlcoholUNSAFETablet may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.
PregnancyCONSULTAlpraRAAY Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
BreastfeedingUNSAFEAlpraRAAY Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
DrivingUNSAFEAlpraRAAY Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
KidneyCAUTIONAlpraRAAY Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
LiverUNSAFEAlpraRAAY Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
- The addiction/habit-forming potential of this medicine is very high. Take it only as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor.
- AlpraRAAY Tablet may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol, as it may increase dizziness and drowsiness.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
- Do not stop taking medication suddenly without talking to your doctor, as that may lead to nausea, anxiety, agitation, flu-like symptoms, sweating, tremors, and confusion.
