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Placidox Benefits & Uses

Placidox is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Epilepsy

Other Benefits

Placidox Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Anxiety Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose range: 2 - 10 mg, 2 - 4 times daily, depends on severity of disease
Geriatric	Disease: Anxiety Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose range: 2 - 2.5 mg, 1 - 2 times daily
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Anxiety Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose range: 1 - 2.5 mg, 3 - 4 times daily
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Anxiety Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose range: 1 - 2.5 mg, 3 - 4 times daily

Placidox Related Warnings

Is the use of Placidox safe for pregnant women?

Placidox may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Placidox, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Placidox safe during breastfeeding?

Placidox should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Placidox on the Kidneys?

Placidox rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Placidox on the Liver?

Side effects of Placidox on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown
What is the effect of Placidox on the Heart?

Side effects of Placidox rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Placidox with Other Drugs

Placidox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Alfentanil

Fluvoxamine

Flumazenil

Fentanyl

Ethanol

Ethanol Liquid

Moderate

Isoniazid

Ketoconazole

Disulfiram

Fluoxetine

Caffeine

Cetirizine

Haloperidol

Esomeprazole

Erythromycin

Dicyclomine

Digoxin

Placidox Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Placidox unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Myasthenia Gravis
Dementia
Asthma
Depression
Liver Disease
Glaucoma
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Placidox

Is this Placidox habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Placidox can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Placidox you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Placidox should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, in many cases, taking Placidox can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Placidox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Placidox

Taking Placidox with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Placidox

Consuming Placidox with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Placidox

Question over 5 years ago

Can Placidox cure anxiety?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, use of Placidox for short-term can help in providing relief from anxiety through relaxing the muscles of the body and suppressing abnormal activity of nerve cells in the brain.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Placidox on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Placidox Should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Placidox?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Placidox is a brand name of diazepam. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs known as benzodiazepine (Hypnotics & Sedatives). It is used to provide relief to the patient from anxiety, insomnia associated with anxiety, muscle spasms, seizures. It is also used to treat irritable bowel syndrome, panic attacks, a sedative for minor surgery and to control agitation caused by alcohol withdrawal.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Placidox make you sleepy?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Placidox causes drowsiness, dizziness or sedation. It is one of the most common side effects of this medicine. Do not drive vehicle or operate machinery after taking this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Placidox cause stomach upset?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

No, Placidox, does not cause stomach upset. For mild stomach upset you are advised to eat light and non-spicy meals along with this drug initially. But if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine to inform your doctor immediately.