Serelam 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Serelam is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
UNSAFE
Serelam may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Serelam is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Serelam may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Serelam should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Serelam may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of Serelam 0.25mg Tablet
Introduction
Serelam belongs to a class of medicines known as benzodiazepines. It is a prescription medicine used to treat anxiety. It alters brain activity, calms it and provides relief from panic attacks by relaxing the nerves.
Serelam may be taken with or wit ... Show more
Uses of Serelam
Anxiety
Side effects of Serelam
Common
Lightheadedness
Drowsiness
How to use Serelam
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. Serelam may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Serelam works
Serelam is a benzodiazepine. It works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger (GABA) which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
What if you forget to take Serelam?
If you miss a dose of Serelam, 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.
Quick Tips
The addiction / habit-forming potential of this medicine is very high. Take it only as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor
It 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, swe ... Show more
Brief Description
Indication
Oral
Short-term management of anxiety
Adult: 0.25-0.5 mg tid, increased to 3-4 mg daily if necessary.
Elderly: Initially, 0.25 mg bid/tid.
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Administration
Potentiates action of alcohol and CNS depressants. Reduced conc with cigarette smoking by 50%.
Potentially Fatal: Cimetidine and fluoxetine reduce ... Show more
Adult Dose
Dosage reduction or gradual withdrawal. Dependence. Geriatric or debilitated patients. Muscle weakness, impaired hepatic or renal function; arterioscl ... Show more
Renal Dose
Alprazolam has anxiolytic, muscle-relaxant, anticonvulsant, antidepressant and sleep-modifying effects. It binds to the ? aminobutyric acid (GABA)-spe ... Show more
Contraindication
<18 years old: Not recommended
Mode of Action
Administration May be taken with or without food. Side effects eg sleepiness/drowsiness may be reduced if taken immediately after meals.
Precaution
Anxiety disorders, Panic disorders, Nausea due to chemotherapy
Side Effect
Renal impairment: Use caution; not studied
Pregnancy Category Note
>10% (4 mg dose)
Drowsiness (41%),Depression (10-15%),Headache (10-15%),Constipation (10-15%),Diarrhea (10-15%),Dry mouth (10-15%)
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Interaction
Acute narrow-angle glaucoma, preexisting CNS depression or coma, resp depression, acute pulmonary insufficiency or sleep apnoea; severe hepatic impair ... Show more
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