What is ksalol?
The medication Ksalol belongs to a class of medications known as benzodiazepines. It is generally prescribed to treat generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder and insomnia.
Dosage of ksalol
Ksalol is manufactured and is available in three different doses i.e.
0.25 mg
0.5 mg
1 mg
Doctors suggest taking 0.25 mg to 0.5 mg doses three times daily as the starting dosage of alprazolam for generalized anxiety disorder. The maximum recommended daily dosage is 4 mg, but it is for extreme cases of generalised anxiety disorder, panic disorder and insomnia. For panic disorder, doctors suggest higher doses, as some people require 10 mg daily. The dosage depends upon your age too. Lower doses are recommended by doctors for adults ages 65 and older and for people with liver problems. Ksalol is a controlled substance and carries warning information about its abuse, misuse, withdrawal and death. Its side effects may include:
Coordination problems
Slurred speech
Low blood pressure
Drowsiness
Increased libido etc.
Effects of ksalol on body:
Taking ksalol for a long time may make a person feel tired, relaxed, or calm. However, the long term use of this medication can also cause side effects like dizziness, memory problems, and dry mouth.
The effects of this medication come on quickly and disappear rapidly. The fast-acting properties of Xanax can lead to its dependency and misuse.
Ksalol is an effective medication for managing mental health issues like panic and anxiety attacks. However, using it without a prescription or in ways other than prescribed can pose serious health risks like breathing problems, heart problems etc. If people combine it with other depressants such as alcohol, the medication may pose serious health problems like liver problems, breathing issues, sleeping problems etc.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved ksalol for the acute or short-term treatment of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), insomnia and panic disorders. It can treat various symptoms.
GAD, including high levels of anxiety, restlessness, tiredness, stiffness, and muscle tension.
Galenika ksalol is a central nervous system (CNS)depressant as it belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepine which comprises drugs that slow down the CNS.
Working of ksalol:
Ksalol works by increasing the effects of a certain chemical in a brain called gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA). This chemical promotes calmness and produces a relaxed feeling in your body. The drug decreases the level of excitement in the brain and provides calmness to treat anxiety and panic disorders.
In addition to treating acute anxiety and panic attacks, ksalol can also act as a muscle relaxant and sedative.
Side effects of ksalol:
People may notice that ksalol affects the mind and causes side effects like
A temporary loss of memory, agitation, feelings of hostility and irritability, tiredness and disturbing or vivid dreams.
If someone takes too much Xanax and causes dependency on the medication , they may experience:
shallow breathing
Dilated pupils
clammy skin
a weak and rapid heartbeat
In this way, ksalol is a prescribed medication used to treat anxiety and panic disorder. Doctors suggest its dosage depending upon your current situation. You should take it as per the prescription to avoid certain side effects.