Magura (0.5mg) 50 Tablets

It is a CNS depressant which induces feelings of calm, drowsiness and sleep. They act by facilitating the binding of the inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA at various GABA receptors throughout the CNS.

Benzodiazepines

Used as a sedative and hypnotic to treat:

• seizures or fits due to epilepsy
• involuntary muscle spasms
• panic dosorders
• restless leg syndrome

To be taken strictly on the prescription of a doctor for the designated time in correct amounts.

Overdose symptoms include intoxication, somnolence, impaired balance, impaired motor function, anterograde amnesia, ataxia and slurred speech. Immediately seek medical treatment (antidotes flumazenil and naloxone) from a doctor in case of overdose

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose then the missed dose can be skipped.

Take this medicine with a full glass of water after meals or on an empty stomach

Not recommended to take for:

• pregnant or nursing women
• people with depression or psychosis who have attempted suicide
• people with COPD, bronchitis or sleep apnea
• people with myasthenia gravis

Common side effects include:

• drowsiness
• fatigue and lethargy

At higher doses, side effects include

• slurred speech
• decreased motor coordination
• decreased blood pressure and breathing
• poor concentration

Practice caution as follows:

• Do not take with other sedatives, opiates or alcohol
• Do not stop treatment abruptly as it may cause withdrawal symptoms
• Never take more than prescribed
• Do not take before driving

Consult a doctor in case you are using:

• opiates
• clozapine
• fluvoxamine
• orlistat
• sodium oxybate
• haloperidol

Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Keep away from children

Yes

Do not crush, chew, or split the tablet.