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Read drug prescription

It is very important to know about what medicine is given by the doctor, for what condition, and when it needs to be taken in what dose. This information given by the doctor is called Prescription. The patients should be familiar with the medicine prescription, and the details about the medicine before purchasing it and using it. Some medications need not be prescribed by healthcare practitioners and can be purchased and used without prescription by the patients; these are called over-the-counter medications. Read the drug prescription information of Zopax (0.25mg) before taking it.

What is Zopax (0.25mg)

Zopax (0.25mg) is a benzodiazepine (ben-zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peen). Zopax (0.25mg) affects chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced and cause anxiety.
Zopax (0.25mg) is used to treat anxiety disorders, panic disorders, and anxiety caused by depression.
Zopax (0.25mg) may also be used for purposes not listed in Zopax (0.25mg) guide.

Zopax (0.25mg) side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:

Less serious side effects may include:

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
See also: Side effects (in more detail)
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Zopax (0.25mg) dosing

Usual Adult Dose for Anxiety:

Immediate-release tablets, orally disintegrating tablets, oral concentrate:
Initial dose: 0.25 to 0.5 mg orally 3 times a day
This dose may be gradually increased every 3 to 4 days if needed and tolerated.
Maintenance dose: May increase up to maximum daily dose of 4 mg in divided doses

Usual Adult Dose for Panic Disorder:

Immediate-release tablets, orally disintegrating tablets:
Initial dose: 0.5 mg orally 3 times a day
This dose may be gradually increased every 3 to 4 days if needed and tolerated.
Maintenance dose: 1 to 10 mg per day in divided doses
Mean dose employed: 5 to 6 mg per day in divided doses
Extended-release tablets:
Initial dose: 0.5 to 1 mg once a day
The daily dose may be gradually increased by no more than 1 mg every 3 to 4 days if needed and tolerated.
Maintenance dose: 1 to 10 mg once a day
Mean dose employed: 3 to 6 mg once a day

Usual Adult Dose for Depression:

Immediate-release tablets, orally disintegrating tablets, oral concentrate:
Initial dose: 0.5 mg orally 3 times a day
The daily dose may be gradually increased by no more than 1 mg every 3 to 4 days.
Average Dose: Studies on the use of Zopax for the treatment of depression have reported an average effective dose of 3 mg orally daily in divided doses
Maximum Dose: Studies on the use of Zopax (0.25mg) for the treatment of depression have reported to have used 4.5 mg orally daily in divided doses as a maximum.

Usual Geriatric Dose for Anxiety:

Immediate-release tablets, orally disintegrating tablets, oral concentrate:
Initial dose: 0.25 mg orally 2 to 3 times a day in elderly or debilitated patients
This dose may be gradually increased if needed and tolerated.
Because of increased sensitivity to benzodiazepines in elderly patients, Zopax (0.25mg) at daily doses greater than 2 mg meets the Beers criteria as a medication that is potentially inappropriate for use in older adults. Smaller doses may be effective as well as safer. Total daily doses should rarely exceed suggested maximums.

Usual Geriatric Dose for Depression:

Immediate-release tablets, orally disintegrating tablets, oral concentrate:
Initial dose: 0.25 mg orally 2 to 3 times a day in elderly or debilitated patients
This dose may be gradually increased if needed and tolerated.
Because of increased sensitivity to benzodiazepines in elderly patients, Zopax at daily doses greater than 2 mg meets the Beers criteria as a medication that is potentially inappropriate for use in older adults. Smaller doses may be effective as well as safer. Total daily doses should rarely exceed suggested maximums.

Usual Geriatric Dose for Panic Disorder:

Immediate-release tablets, orally disintegrating tablets:
Initial dose: 0.25 mg orally 2 to 3 times a day in elderly or debilitated patients
This dose may be gradually increased if needed and tolerated.
Extended-release tablets:
Initial dose: 0.5 mg once a day preferably in the morning
This dose may be gradually increased if needed and tolerated.
Because of increased sensitivity to benzodiazepines in elderly patients, Zopax (0.25mg) at daily doses greater than 2 mg meets the Beers criteria as a medication that is potentially inappropriate for use in older adults. Smaller doses may be effective as well as safer. Total daily doses should rarely exceed suggested maximums.

Compare prices at online shops

Prices of the drug can vary in different shops. There will be a variation in price from pharmacy to an online shop. Most online shops will have a little lower price when compared to pharmacy stores, so you need to cross check before buying. Just go to a nearest pharmacy store and check for prices before you decide on buying. You should also be checking and comparing prices among various online stores and should be choosing the affordable and best store. The prices also vary based on brands, and you should note few stores sell specific brands, and you should learn to compare prices of same brand in different stores. Below are the prices of Zopax (0.25mg) medicine in some well-known online stores.

StrengthQuantityPrice, USDCountry
Cipla Limited
0 .25mg10 Tablet$0.11India


Select the most affordable brand or generic drug

Generic drug is the basic drug with an active substance in it, and the name of the generic drug is same as active substance most of the times. Like Acetaminophen/Paracetemol is Generic name and it has different brand names like Tylenol, Acimol, Crocin, Calpol etc. All these Brand names contain the same Paracetemol, but the medications are manufactured by different companies, so the different brand names. Generic drug is always cheaper and affordable, and it can be replaced in place of brand name drug prescribed by the healthcare practitioner. The Generic medicine has same properties as branded medicine in terms of uses, indications, doses, side effects, so no need to worry on that. Just select the most affordable generic or branded medicine.

StrengthQuantityPrice, USDCountry
0 .25mg10 Tablet$0.21
0 .25mg10 Tablet$0.14
Alltop 0.25mg Tablet $0.00Ind Swift Laboratories Ltd
Alltop P 0.25mg/20mg Tablet $0.01Ind Swift Laboratories Ltd
ALLTOP 0.25MG TABLET 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each) $0.02Ind Swift Laboratories Ltd
0 .25 mg x 10's $0.14
ALLTOP tab 0.25 mg x 10's $0.14Ind-Swift
Alltop 0.25mg TAB / 10 $0.14
ALLTOP Capsule/ Tablet / 0.25mg (10 units) $0.10Ind - Swift
0 .25mg100 Tablet$1.75
ALPKAIR tab 0.25 mg x 10's $0.18PDC
0 .25 mg x 100's $1.75
Alpkair 0.25mg TAB / 100 $1.75
ALPKAIR tab 0.5 mg x 10's $0.29PDC
0 .5 mg x 100's $2.87
Alpkair 0.5mg TAB / 100 $2.87
0 .25mg10 Tablet$0.24
0 .5mger100 $82.77USA
0 .5mgXR30 $63.00
1 mgodt100 $226.95USA
2 mgxr100 $123.77USA
Novo-Alprazol 0.25 mg Tablet $0.08
Alprazolam 0.5 mg tablet $0.67
Xanax 0.5 mg tablet $1.30
ALPRAZolam 2 mg 24 Hour tablet $2.53
Xanax XR 1 mg 24 Hour tablet $3.64
Niravam 1 mg tablet $4.04
Alprazolam 0.25mg TAB / 100 $0.56
Niravam 2 mg tablet $6.86
0 .25mg10 Tablet$0.14
0 .5mg10 Tablet$0.22
Alzoact 0.25mg Tablet $0.02Active Healthcare
Alzoact 0.5mg Tablet $0.02Active Healthcare
0 .25 mg x 10's $0.18
Alzoact 0.25mg TAB / 10 $0.18
ALZOACT 0.25MG TABLET 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each) $0.18Active Healthcare
0 .5 mg x 10's $0.22
Alzoact 0.5mg TAB / 10 $0.22
ALZOACT 0.5MG TABLET 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each) $0.22Active Healthcare
1 .5mg10 Tablet$0.53
0 .5 mg x 10's $0.25
ALZOT SR tab 0.5 mg x 10's $0.25Pfizer
Alzot 0.5mg SR-TAB / 10 $0.25
1 mg x 10's $0.34
ALZOT SR tab 1 mg x 10's $0.34Pfizer
Alzot 1mg SR-TAB / 10 $0.34
1 .5 mg x 10's $0.53
ALZOT SR tab 1.5 mg x 10's $0.53Pfizer
Alzot 1.5mg SR-TAB / 10 $0.53
0 .25mg10 Tablet$0.10
Andep 0.25mg Tablet $0.01Ravian Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Andep 0.5mg Tablet $0.02Ravian Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Andep 10 mg/1 mg Tablet $0.05Medinova Labs
ANDEP 10MG/1MG TABLET 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each) $0.49Medinova Labs
0 .25mg10 Tablet$0.06
0 .25mg10 Tablet$0.14
F A D 0.25 mg Tablet $0.01
F A D 0.5 mg Tablet $0.02
0 .25mg10 Tablet$0.11
G Prax 0.25 mg Tablet $0.01
G Prax 0.5 mg Tablet $0.02
0 .5mg10 Tablet$0.32
1 .5mg10 Tablet$0.56
0 .5 mg x 10's $0.27
Q-Rest 0.5mg TAB / 10 $0.27
Q-REST tab 0.5 mg x 10's $0.29Allenge
0 .25 mg x 10's $0.12
Q-Rest 0.25mg TAB / 10 $0.12
Q-REST tab 0.25 mg x 10's $0.14Allenge
0 .25mg10 Tablet$0.10
Relax Diclofenac K 50mg, Paracetamol500mg TAB / 10 $0.24
Relax 50 mg/500 mg/4 mg Tablet $0.04Ind Swift Laboratories Ltd
RELAX tab 10's $0.35Active HC
Relax Eye Drop $0.63Phoenix Pharmaceuticals
RELAX EYE DROP 1 packet(s) (10 ML eye drop each) $0.63Phoenix Pharmaceuticals
0 .5mg10 Tablet$0.28
1 mg10 Tablet$0.40
0 .5mg10 Tablet$0.34
Sanprazole 0.25 mg Tablet $0.02
0 .25 mg x 10's $0.18
Sanprazole 0.25mg TAB / 10 $0.18
SANPRAZOLE tab 0.25 mg x 10's $0.18Sanjivani
Sanprazole 0.5 mg Tablet $0.03
0 .5 mg x 10's $0.34
SANPRAZOLE tab 0.5 mg x 10's $0.34Sanjivani
Sanprazole 0.5mg TAB / 10 $0.34
0 .25mg10 Tablet$0.11
Synozolam 0.25 mg Tablet $0.01
Synozolam 0.25mg Tablet $0.01Synokem Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Synozolam 0.5mg Tablet $0.02Synokem Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Synozolam 0.50 mg Tablet $0.02
SYNOZOLAM 0.5MG TABLET 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each) $0.20Synokem Pharmaceuticals Ltd
SYNOZOLAM 0.25MG TABLET 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each) $0.14Synokem Pharmaceuticals Ltd
0 .5mg10 Tablet$0.13
Texidep 0.25 mg Tablet $0.01
Texidep 0.5 mg Tablet $0.01
Texidep 0.25mg Tablet $0.01Unison Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Texidep 0.50mg Tablet $0.02Unison Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Texidep 0.5mg Tablet SR $0.02Unison Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
TEXIDEP 0.50MG TABLET 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each) $0.21Unison Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
TEXIDEP 0.5MG TABLET SR 1 strip(s) (10 tablet srs each) $0.22Unison Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
TEXIDEP 0.25MG TABLET 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each) $0.14Unison Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Zallpam 0.25 mg Tablet $0.01
ZALLPAM 1 MG TABLET 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each) $0.17Menarini India Pvt Ltd
Zallpam 0.25mg TAB / 330 $3.10
ZALLPAM 0.25 MG TABLET 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each) $0.09Menarini India Pvt Ltd
0 .5mg10 Tablet$0.20
Ziety 0.25 mg Tablet $0.01
Ziety 0.25mg Tablet $0.01Targof Pure Drugs Td
Ziety 0.5 mg Tablet $0.02
Ziety 0.5mg Tablet $0.02Targof Pure Drugs Td
ZIETY 0.25MG TABLET 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each) $0.15Targof Pure Drugs Td
ZIETY 0.5MG TABLET 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each) $0.20Targof Pure Drugs Td
Zoldac 0.25 mg Tablet $0.01
Zoldac 0.25mg TAB / 10 $0.15
Zoldac 0.5mg TAB / 10 $0.27
Zolin 0.5mg Tablet $0.03Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd
ZOLIN 0.5MG TABLET 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each) $0.28Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Zolin 1.5mg Tablet SR $0.05Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd
0 .5mg10 Tablet$0.17
Zotam 0.25 mg Tablet $0.01
Zotam 0.5 mg Tablet $0.02
0 .5 mg x 10's $0.17
ZOTAM tab 0.5 mg x 10's $0.17Zota
Zotam 0.5mg TAB / 10 $0.17
0 .25 mg x 10's $0.11
ZOTAM tab 0.25 mg x 10's $0.11Zota
Zotam 0.25mg TAB / 10 $0.11
Zotam 1 g x 1's $9.77
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Zopax (0.25mg) - Frequently asked Questions

Can Zopax (0.25mg) be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?

In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.

It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.

How should I take Zopax (0.25mg)?

Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results.

Do not crush, chew, or break an extended-release tablet. Swallow the pill whole. It is specially made to release medicine slowly in the body. Breaking the pill would cause too much of the drug to be released at one time.

Measure the liquid form of Zopax (0.25mg) with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.

Do not swallow the orally disintegrating tablets whole. Allow it to dissolve in your mouth without chewing.

Contact your doctor if this medicine seems to stop working as well in treating your panic or anxiety symptoms.

You may have seizures or withdrawal symptoms when you stop using Zopax (0.25mg). Ask your doctor how to avoid withdrawal symptoms when you stop using Zopax (0.25mg).

Keep track of the amount of medicine used from each new bottle. Zopax (0.25mg) is a drug of abuse and you should be aware if anyone is using your medicine improperly or without a prescription.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What other drugs will affect Zopax (0.25mg)?

Before using Zopax (0.25mg), tell your doctor if you regularly use other medicines that make you sleepy (such as cold or allergy medicine, other sedatives, narcotic pain medicine, sleeping pills, muscle relaxers, and medicine for seizures, depression, or anxiety). They can add to sleepiness caused by Zopax (0.25mg).

Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use, especially:

This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with Zopax (0.25mg). Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.

Who should not take Zopax (0.25mg)?

It is dangerous to try and purchase Zopax (0.25mg) on the Internet or from vendors outside of the United States. Medications distributed from Internet sales may contain dangerous ingredients, or may not be distributed by a licensed pharmacy. Samples of Zopax (0.25mg) purchased on the Internet have been found to contain haloperidol (Haldol), a potent antipsychotic drug with dangerous side effects. For more information, contact the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or visit www.fda.gov/buyonlineguide.

You should not take Zopax (0.25mg) if you have:

To make sure Zopax (0.25mg) is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have any of these conditions:

Zopax (0.25mg) may be habit forming and should be used only by the person for whom it was prescribed. Never share Zopax (0.25mg) with another person, especially someone with a history of drug abuse or addiction. Keep the medication in a place where others cannot get to it.

FDA pregnancy category D. Do not use Zopax (0.25mg) if you are pregnant. It could harm the unborn baby. Zopax (0.25mg) may also cause addiction or withdrawal symptoms in a newborn if the mother takes the medication during pregnancy. Use effective birth control, and tell your doctor if you become pregnant during treatment.

Zopax (0.25mg) can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while you are using Zopax (0.25mg).

The sedative effects of Zopax (0.25mg) may last longer in older adults. Accidental falls are common in elderly patients who take benzodiazepines. Use caution to avoid falling or accidental injury while you are taking Zopax (0.25mg).

Do not give this medication to anyone under 18 years old.

Can Zopax (0.25mg) be taken or consumed while pregnant?

Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.

Can Zopax (0.25mg) be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?

Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.

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Reviews

Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Zopax (0.25mg), the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Zopax (0.25mg). We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.

Patient reports

One patient reported useful

How active was the Zopax (0.25mg) in relieving patients of the disease or symptoms?
Based on the survey reports from users of gmedication.com, about Useful percentage of users claimed the Zopax (0.25mg) were useful to them in reducing their symptoms and diseases. However, the effectiveness of the medicine is influenced by many factors like the perception of the symptom, the severity of the conditions, and some other factors; the brand name could also be a factor to an extent. In the event the medicine does not produce the same effective result in your case, ensure you consult your medical expert to reexamine you on your disease or symptoms and prescribe, after that, alternative medications.
Patients%
Useful1
100.0%


One patient reported side effects

Does the Zopax (0.25mg) Have Any Side Effects?
Based on the survey report from users of gmedication.com, about No side effects number of people suffered some side effect after consumption of Zopax (0.25mg). All drugs have a portion of undesirable side effects. These effects could be irritations too insignificant for the patient to even notice. However, the side effects of drugs may be determined by several factors like severity of disease and conditions associated with individual patients. However, one of the biggest factors is the dosage consumed. The higher the quantity taken by an individual, the greater the healing effect and the corresponding side effect. All patients have their different intensity of side effects. Ensure you consult your health care provider immediately you notice an unusual side effect affect the consumption of Zopax (0.25mg).
Patients%
No side effects1
100.0%


One patient reported price estimates

Do you think The Price of Zopax (0.25mg) is Worth It?
Do you feel you paid higher than the value you got from it after usage? According to reports from gmedication.com users, on whether the Zopax (0.25mg) medicine is affordable, users shared different opinions on the question. The views concerning the price of the medicine were based on some factors like the brand the patient bought, the price compared to its level of effectiveness, the nation or country where the medicine is sold, and the amount of money the patient has. For users who are of the opinion that the medicine is unaffordable, they may have to consider a medicine with another brand in a bid to reduce cost.
Patients%
Not expensive1
100.0%


One patient reported frequency of use

How often should I take Zopax (0.25mg)?
According to the survey, gmedication.com reported that users of Zopax (0.25mg) should take Twice in a day as the primarily recommended frequency. However, patients are advised to follow the dosage as prescribed by their physician religiously. To get the opinions of other patients on the ideal consumption frequency of the medicine, click here.
Patients%
Twice in a day1
100.0%


Four patients reported doses

What is the specific doses you have used?
Zopax (0.25mg) May come in various doses. In most cases, antibiotics, antihypertensive, pain killers and anti-diabetic drugs available in different doses. Your doctor may prescribe any of the doses based on the severity of the patient's condition. According to our reports, users of gmedication.com used the drugs in the following dosage percentage (Provide dosage percentage). Only a handful of drugs are made in a single or fixed dose. Regular health conditions like fever have similar doses. For instance [acetaminophen, 500mg] was used by the patients surveyed although it comes in different doses.
Patients%
1-5mg4
100.0%


Two patients reported time for results

How long will I use Zopax (0.25mg) before I begin to notice the effect?
According to the report by users of gmedication.com, about 2 days and a few days was the most common time duration among the participants, before they began to feel relief in their health conditions. It is noteworthy that you may not get the same result with other users within the same time frame. Several factors determine the timeframe; hence we implore you to consult your medical expert to get professional advice on how long you should expect to see improvement while consuming Zopax (0.25mg). However, if you wish to get the response of other users on the time effectiveness of using Zopax (0.25mg) kindly click here
Patients%
2 days1
50.0%
1 day1
50.0%


One patient reported administration

When is the best condition to take Zopax (0.25mg): Before or after food?
Based on the survey, the users of gmedication.com voted that Zopax (0.25mg) is best taken at After food. It is however worthy of mention that this popular vote may not be an appropriate description for your particular health condition. See your doctor for professional medical advice as regards the best time to take this medicine. If you wish to see the views of other users on the best time to take the medicine, simply click here.
Patients%
After food1
100.0%


Nine patients reported age

Patients%
30-453
33.3%
46-602
22.2%
> 602
22.2%
16-291
11.1%
6-151
11.1%


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The information was verified by Dr. Vishal Pawar, MD Pharmacology