MELEX Tablets 1mg

Generic name: Mexazolam

Manufactured by: Alfresa Pharma Corporation

Description

This medicine relieves anxiety and tension by acting on benzodiazepine receptors in the brain.

Usually used for treatment of anxiety/tension/depression, fatigability, obsessive-compulsive/fear/sleep disorder due to neurosis, as well as physical symptoms and anxiety/tension/depression/fatigue/sleep disorders due to psychosomatic disorders (gastric/duodenal ulcer, etc.).

Ingredients and dosage form

white tablet, diameter 7.0mm, thickness 2.2mm

Dosing schedule/Directions

Your dosing schedule must be prescribed by your doctor or a healthcare professional.

In general, for adults, take 0.5-1 tablet (0.5-1mg of the active ingredient) at a time, 3 times a day. The dosage may be adjusted according to your age and symptoms, but the maximum daily dose for the elderly is 1.5 tablets (1.5 mg). Be sure to follow the directions for use.

If you miss a dose, take the missed dose when you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and skip the missed dose. Never take two doses at once.

If you accidentally take too much, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Do not stop taking this medicine on your own without a doctor's order.

Warnings

Before using this medicine, be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist

If you have previously experienced any allergic reactions (itch, rash, etc.) to any medicines or foods.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

If you are taking any other medicinal products. (Some medicines may interact to enhance or diminish medicinal effects. Beware of over-the-counter medicines and dietary supplements as well as other prescription medicines.)

Precautions while taking this medicine

This medicine may cause drowsiness and decrease in attention/concentration/reflex movement ability, etc. Avoid operating dangerous machinery such as driving a car.

Pay attention that alcohol may intensify medicinal effects.

Possible adverse reactions to this medicine

The most commonly reported adverse reactions include drowsiness, lightheadedness, somnolence, dizziness, difficulty walking, slurred speech, dry mouth, loss of appetite, malaise, weakness, etc.. If any of these symptoms occur, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.

The symptoms described below are rarely seen as initial symptoms of the adverse reactions indicated in brackets. If any of these symptoms occur, stop taking this medicine and see your doctor immediately.

unable to stop using this medicine even if you try to stop it [dependence]

disturbed consciousness and unable to think normally, unable to think clearly, unable to recognize time/place [irritable excitement, confusion]

The above symptoms do not describe all the adverse reactions to this medicine. Consult with your doctor or pharmacist if you notice any symptoms of concern other than those listed above.

Storing Conditions

Keep out of the reach of children. Store away from direct sunlight, heat and moisture.

Discard the remainder, do not store.

Product specifications, appearance and package content are subject to change without prior notice.

Description of the medical drugs is not intended for prescribing treatment without the involvement of a physician.