Becalm 0.5mg Tablet Complete Information
Becalm 0.5mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as benzodiazepines. It is used to treat anxiety. It alters brain activity, calms it, and provides relief from panic attacks by relaxing the nerves.
Becalm 0.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor as it has a high potential of habit-forming. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn’t be stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor as it may cause nausea and anxiety.
The most common side effect of this medicine is lightheadedness. 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.
It may also cause weight gain or weight loss as it can vary from person to person. To prevent weight gain you can eat a healthy balanced diet, avoid snacking with high-calorie foods, and exercise regularly.
USES
- Treatment of Anxiety
- Treatment of Panic disorder
HOW TO USE BECALM TABLET
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.
HOW BECALM TABLET WORKS
Becalm 0.5mg Tablet 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.
BENEFITS
In Treatment of Anxiety
Becalm 0.5mg 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.
In Treatment of Panic disorder
Becalm 0.5mg Tablet can help relieve symptoms of many panic disorders including panic attacks. It can help you feel calmer and improve your ability to deal with problems. Do not stop taking it, even when you feel better unless your doctor advises you to.
SIDE EFFECTS
- Lightheadedness
- Drowsiness
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE BECALM TABLET?
If you miss a dose of Becalm 0.5mg 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.
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.
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Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
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Do not stop taking medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as that may lead to nausea, anxiety, agitation, flu-like symptoms, sweating, tremor, and confusion.
Dosage of Becalm 0.5 MG
Overdose
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Overdosing on Becalm tablet can lead to death in severe circumstances, so always take under doctor’s guidance and seek medical attention right away in case of overdose.
Missed a Dose
Patients taking Becalm tablet should take it once a day, preferably in the morning. If you forget to take a dose of Becalm tablet, make sure to take it as soon as possible. Skip the missed dosage return to the regular schedule if the dose is delayed and it’s time for the next dose. Do not take two pills of Becalm tablet.
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