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Etifoxine is a drug for nervous system effects, for sedative effects to ease sleep and for the treatment of a number of related disorders. Etifoxine is well absorbed orally and is used according to the doctor's prescription, so what specific uses does Etifoxine have?
1. What is Etifoxine?
Etifoxine is an active drug belonging to the group of psychotropic drugs. Etifoxine is manufactured under many different trade names in the market. Etifoxine belongs to the group of benzoxazines, not a benzodiazepine. Etifoxin is usually made in the form of capsules, the content is 50mg, 100mg depending on the needs of use. Etifoxine has anxiolytic effects due to its selective action on the Chlor channel of GABA receptors, the drug has a regulating effect on the autonomic nervous system. Etifoxine counteracts the effects of stress and anxiety on patients' physical and mental health. Etifoxine has been shown to be effective in reducing various reactions of stress (emotional temperament, increased blood pressure, increased plasma free fatty acids, increased secretion of cortisol, etc.) ).Etifoxine helps maintain and improve the ability to adapt to situations, does not affect alertness, memory, muscle tone like benzodiazepines. Etifoxine drug does not cause dependence, so treatment with Etifoxine can be continued for 6-12 months without withdrawal symptoms after stopping the drug.
2. Indications of the drug Etifoxine
Mental - physical manifestations of anxiety disorder such as:
Stress; Distraction ; Memory loss; Sleep disorders; Autonomic disorders, especially cardiovascular manifestations (palpitations, tachycardia, palpitations, increased blood pressure), disorders related to the digestive system (irritable colon syndrome, peptic ulcers) - duodenum...).
3. Contraindications to the use of Etifoxine
Do not use Etifoxine in the following cases:
Patient is sensitive to Etifoxine; The patient is in shock. People in shock. Severe respiratory failure; Patients with impaired liver function, severe renal failure; Patients with weakness.
4. What is the dose of Etifoxine?
Dosage of Etifoxine is as follows:
Adults: use Etifoxine at a dose of 150-200 mg/day, divided into 2-3 times; Children: There is no evidence on the safety and efficacy of Etifoxine in children < 15 years of age.
5. Undesirable effects of the drug Etifoxine
During the use of Etifoxine, the patient may experience some of the following side effects:
May be slightly sleepy when starting Etifoxine treatment and disappear during treatment; Skin with small acne, maculopapular rash, erythema multiforme, pruritus, facial edema...; Rare side effects of Etifoxine include urticaria, Quincke's edema.
6. Notes when using Etifoxine
During the use of Etifoxine, the patient should note:
Stop taking Etifoxine in case the patient has a skin reaction or signs of an allergic condition; Discontinue Etifoxine when the patient begins to have severe liver disorders; Caution should be exercised when using Etifoxine with other CNS depressants. Etifoxine can cause CNS effects with drowsiness, so caution should be exercised when driving or using machines while taking Etifoxine to ensure safety. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Etifoxine. Although no teratogenic effects have been observed in experimental animals, Etifoxine should not be administered to pregnant or lactating women due to the lack of clinical data. Etifoxine overdose has no specific antidote. In case of accidental or intentional overdose of Etifoxine, treatment is limited to symptomatic treatment (monitoring of concentration, vigilance, respiratory and liver function) in the hospital.
Should store Etifoxine at room temperature, away from moisture, away from light, do not store Etifoxine in the bathroom or in the freezer. Each medicine may have different storage methods, so please read the storage instructions on the Etifoxine package carefully or ask your pharmacist to keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
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