Uses / Indications:
Xenotril SL 0.5mg Tablet is used in the treatment of epilepsy and anxiety disorder.
Interactions / Warnings:
NA
Pregnancy interaction:
Xenotril SL 0.5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy.There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.
Expert advice:
If you are taking Xenotril sl for the treatment of insomnia and anxiety, it should not be used more than 4 weeks. It may become less effective over the time. It causes sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Xenotril sl, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems. The addiction / habit-forming potential of Xenotril sl is very high.
Side Effects:
Sleepiness, Uncoordinated body movements, Slurred speech, Dizziness, Fatigue, Memory impairment, Irritability, Headache, Dryness in mouth, Depression, Constipation.
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. Xenotril SL 0.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works:
Xenotril SL 0.5mg Tablet is a benzodiazepine. It works by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Faq for medicine:
Can I take Xenotril sl while taking a dietary supplement? : It depends on what kind of dietary supplement it is. Normally absorption of Xenotril sl is not affected by food and other vitamins. Consult your doctor before you start taking the medication.|Which medication is best : Both are equally effective as suggested in different research studies.|What is the difference between clotiazepam and Xenotril sl? : Clotiazepam is a benzodiazepine which has anxiolytic, sedative and antiepileptic property. It differs from other benzodiazepines (Xenotril sl) in that the benzene ring is replaced by thiophene ring. Clinical use of clotiazepam is relatively low.|Which medication is best : Both are equally effective as shown in the research studies.|Which medication is best : Both are equally effective as shown in the research studies.|Can Xenotril sl affect my sex drive? : There are few reports but it is not so common. Xenotril sl does not affect the sexual drive in all the patients.|Is Xenotril sl a narcotic? : No. Xenotril sl is not a narcotic. Narcotics are drugs with sleep inducing properties, usual derivatives of Opium like Heroin and Morphine. |Is Xenotril sl muscle relaxant? : Xenotril sl is approved for the treatment of anxiety, alcohol withdrawal and epilepsy. Some research studies have shown it has got muscle relaxant properties. |Can I take vitamin B along with Xenotril sl? : There is no known major interaction found with vitamin B when taken with Xenotril sl.|Can I take vitamin C along with Xenotril sl? : There is no known major interaction found with vitamin C when taken with Xenotril sl.|Can I take Xenotril sl while I am on hepatitis C treatment? : The treatment of hepatitis C includes many drugs and the side effects depends on which drug you are prescribed. |Can Xenotril sl cause euphoria? : No. Xenotril sl does not cause euphoria. It causes sleepiness, dizziness etc.|Can Xenotril sl get you high? : Xenotril sl does not make you feel high.|Can Xenotril sl be replaced with paroxetine? : No. both are different medication. Xenotril sl is an antianxiety, anticonvulsant drug whereas Paroxetine is an antidepressant medication|Can Xenotril sl cause rash? : Xenotril sl is not commonly known to cause a rash but hypersensitive individuals can develop a rash.|Is Xenotril sl the best choice for restless legs syndrome? : There are other treatment modalities for restless leg syndrome but among these benzodiazepine class of drug Xenotril sl is most studied drug. It is not approved for restless leg syndrome but used off label. |How is bupropion different than Xenotril sl? : Bupropion is in the treatment of depression and for smoking cessation. Xenotril sl is an anti-seizure and anti-anxiety medicine.|Can I take Xenotril sl along with zolpidem? : No. You should avoid taking these two medications together. They both induce sleep and taking them together can lead to increased sleepiness, decreased concentration, ataxia and abnormal co-ordination. |Which medication is better : Clobazam causes less sedation as compared to Xenotril sl as seen in few research studies.In few studies, clobazam showed a good retention when given for a longer period whereas Xenotril sl needs a dose escalation.|Can I take Xenotril sl along with fluoxetine? : You should avoid taking these two drugs together as they increase side effects like sleepiness, dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, and difficulty concentrating.|Can I take Xenotril sl while I am also taking antibiotics? : It depends on which antibiotics you are on treatment. Consult your doctor before starting these medications.|Can I take Xenotril sl along with escitalopram? : You should avoid taking these two drugs together as they increase side effects like sleepiness, dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, and difficulty concentrating.|Which medication is better : Both are equally effective as shown in the research studies.|Can I take Xenotril sl along with paracetamol? : Yes. You can take prescribed doses of paracetamol with Xenotril sl. Inform your doctor if you have any allergy or liver problems before starting these medications.|Which is stronger Xenotril sl or oxazepam? : We could not find any direct studies comparing Xenotril sl with oxazepam. However, oxazepam is an intermediate-acting benzodiazepine with a slow onset of action.|Which medication is better Xenotril sl or etizolam? : Etizolam is a short acting drug and its structure is a bit different from the benzodiazepines class of drugs. Both are used in inducing sleep and relieving anxiety however it depends.|When does Xenotril sl expire? : The expiry date of Xenotril sl is given on the tablet strip and provided by the manufacturer.|How does Xenotril sl affect the brain? : Xenotril sl works by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.|Can I take Xenotril sl along with coffee? : Yes. There are no major interactions known between coffee and Xenotril sl.|What is the difference between Xenotril sl and zopiclone? : Xenotril sl is an anti-siezure, antianxiety medication. Zopiclone is a sedating drug from different class and it is only used for inducing sleep|What is the difference between Xenotril sl and olanzapine? : Xenotril sl is an anti-seizure, antianxiety medication. Olanzapine is an atypical antipsychotic medication.|Can Xenotril sl cause low blood pressure? : Xenotril sl is not known to cause low blood pressure commonly. It can cause palpitation in some patients.|Can I use Xenotril sl for sciatica? : No. Xenotril sl is not a known medication for sciatica. It is an antiseizure, antianxiety medication.|Can tremors be treated with Xenotril sl? : Xenotril sl is not an approved drugs for treatment of tremors. However, in some research studies, it has been shown Xenotril sl is effective|Can I use Xenotril sl for nausea? : No. Xenotril sl is not a medication for nausea. It is an antiseizure, antianxiety medication.|Can I use Xenotril sl for a headache? : No. Xenotril sl is not a medication for a headache. It is an antiseizure, antianxiety medication.|Can I use Xenotril sl for vertigo? : No. Xenotril sl is not a medication for vertigo. It is an antiseizure, antianxiety medication. However, few studies have shown its effectiveness in vertigo.|Can insomnia be treated with Xenotril sl? : Yes. Though Xenotril sl is not approved for treatment of insomnia. Xenotril sl is used off-label for the treatment of sleep disorders.|Can I use Xenotril sl for depression? : No. Xenotril sl is not a medication for depression. It is an antiseizure and antianxiety medication. There are the different class of drugs for treating depression.|Can I use Xenotril sl in pain management? : No. Xenotril sl is not a medication for management of pain disorders. It is an antiseizure and antianxiety medication. There are the different class of drugs for treating pain. Few studies have failed to prove the effectiveness of Xenotril sl in pain management. |What is the good time to take Xenotril sl? : It is given mostly at night as it causes sedation.
Medicine interaction:
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