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Estazolam, ProSom, Eurodin

Description

Estazolam is a benzodiazepine that has anxiolytic, anticonvulsant, sedative and skeletal muscle relaxant properties.


Action

benzodiazepine

Indications

Estazolam is commonly prescribed for short-term treatment of insomnia.

Side Effects

Headache, nervousness, talkativeness, apprehension, irritability, confusion, euphoria, heartburn, nausea/vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, palpitations, angina, sinus tachycardia, dermatitis, sweating, joint pain, tinnitus.

Drug-Vitamin-Herb Interactions


Negative interactions:

Grapefruit juice
Grapefruit juice slows the breakdown of several drugs, including benzodiazepines.

Sedative herbs: Kava, Passionflower, Hops, Ashwagandha, Calendula, Catnip, LadyÕs Slipper, Lemon Balm, Sassafras, Skullcap, and Yerba mansa.
Sedative herbs may cause excess sedation when used with antipsychotic agents.


Positive interactions:

Melatonin
Melatonin may help handle withdrawal symptoms from benzodiazepines.

 

 

 

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