What are estazolam used for?
Estazolam is used to treat insomnia (trouble with sleeping). This medicine is for short-term use only, usually 7 to 10 days. Estazolam is a benzodiazepine. Benzodiazepines belong to the group of medicines called central nervous system (CNS) depressants, which are medicines that slow down the nervous system.
What are the side effects of estazolam?
Estazolam may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
- hangover effect (grogginess)
- drowsiness.
- dizziness.
- weakness.
- dry mouth.
- constipation.
- aggression.
- agitation.
Is estazolam good for anxiety?
Estazolam 2.0 mg is an effective hypnotic in patients with generalized anxiety disorder and appears to have a favorable anxiolytic action.
How fast does estazolam work?
How quickly does Estazolam work? Once you begin taking estazolam, your sleep issues should improve within 7 to 10 days. If your sleep issues do not improve during this period, if they worsen during your care at any time, or if you experience any odd changes in your thinking or actions, call your doctor.
What is etizolam similar to?
Etizolam is similar to diazepam or Valium. This medication is similar to other benzodiazepines, though its chemical makeup is different. Benzos are made up of a benzene ring, while Etizolam is made up of a thiophene ring.
How much etizolam should I take for anxiety?
Analysis of the results from the remaining 26 patients showed that, at the 0.50 mg dosage level, etizolam produced significant improvement in anxiety and depressive symptoms, particularly somatic manifestations, and was significantly more effective than placebo or the 0.25 dosage regimen.
How much etizolam should I take for sleep?
A 1 milligram dose of etizolam corresponds to approximately 0.5 mg of alprazolam (Xanax) or 10 mg of diazepam (Valium). Typical doses range from 0.5 mg to 4 mg. In countries where etizolam is marketed for medal use (Japan, Italy, India) it typically comes in 0.25 mg, 0.5 mg, 1.0 mg and 2.0 mg tablets.