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What is Meprobamate and why is it prescribed? Meprobamate is a tranquilizer used in the treatment of anxiety disorders and for short-term relief of the symptoms of anxiety. Meprobamate can be habit-forming. You can develop tolerance and dependence, and you may experience withdrawal symptoms if you stop using this drug abruptly. Discontinue this drug or change your dose only on your doctor's advice. How should you take Meprobamate? Follow your doctors directions for taking Meprobamate. If you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember if it is within an hour of your scheduled time. If you do not remember until later, skip the dose you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Never take two doses at the same time. Store Meprobamate at room temperature in a tightly closed container. Are there any Meprobamate side effects? Meprobamate side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. More common Meprobamate side effects may include allergic reactions, blood disorders, bruises, diarrhea, dizziness, drowsiness, exaggerated feeling of well-being, fainting, fast throbbing heartbeat, fever, headache, inappropriate excitement, itchy rash, loss of muscle coordination, nausea, rapid or irregular heartbeat, skin eruptions, slurred speech, small, purplish spots on the skin, sudden severe drop in blood pressure, swelling due to fluid retention, tingling sensation or numbness, vertigo, vision problems, vomiting, and weakness. Less common or rare Meprobamate side effects may include breathing difficulty, chills, high fever, inflammation of mouth, inflammation of the rectum, little or no urine, redness and swelling of skin, severe allergic reaction, skin inflammation and flaking, and Stevens-Johnson syndrome. Side effects due to rapid decrease in dose or abrupt withdrawal from Meprobamate include anxiety, confusion, convulsions, hallucinations, inability to fall or stay asleep, loss of appetite, loss of coordination, muscle twitching, tremors, and vomiting. Withdrawal symptoms usually become apparent within 12 to 48 hours after discontinuation of this medication and should disappear in another 12 to 48 hours. What are the possible food and drug interactions when taking Meprobamate? If Meprobamate is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. Be sure to inform your doctor of all the prescription and over the counter medications you are taking. Meprobamate may intensify the effects of alcohol. Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Meprobamate with mood-altering drugs and central nervous system depressants such as Antidepressant drugs (such as Elavil, Nardil, and Tofranil), Barbiturates (such as Seconal and phenobarbital), Major tranquilizers (such as Thorazine and Mellaril), Narcotics (such as Percocet or Demerol), or Tranquilizers (such as Halcion, Restoril, and Valium). Are there any special warnings about Meprobamate? If you develop a skin rash, sore throat, fever, or shortness of breath, contact your doctor immediately. You may be having an allergic reaction to the drug. Meprobamate may cause you to become drowsy or less alert; therefore, you should not drive or operate dangerous machinery, or participate in any hazardous activity that requires full mental alertness until you know how this drug affects you. Long-term use of this drug should be evaluated by your doctor periodically for its usefulness. If you have liver or kidney disorders, make sure your doctor is aware of these conditions before you begin using Meprobamate. If you have epilepsy, use of this drug may bring on seizures. Consult your doctor before taking it. |
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