Much good can be said about Phenazepam as an effective drug. But its side effects are quite significant. Therefore, his appointment should come only from the doctor, and the use should be carried out only under his supervision.
pharmachologic effect
This drug is a tranquilizer with a high degree of activity. It surpasses in its intensity of impact many other means of this group. It calms, reduces or even eliminates feelings of anxiety, relieves cramps, relaxes muscles and rescues from insomnia.
But due to the intense effect on the body, side effects of "Phenazepam" are possible, due to such an active intervention. We will talk about them in this article.
Systemic side effects
The positive effect of the action of "Phenazepam" is an anticonvulsant, calming and anti-anxiety effect. As well as muscle relaxation.
Side effects of "Phenazepam" are manifested by a feeling of fatigue that occurs for no apparent reason. The pronounced calming effect of the drug can be manifested by side drowsiness, inattention, difficulty concentrating, impaired memory.
Due to the pronounced anticonvulsant effect, a violation of coordination of movements, a slowdown in memory, and dizziness may occur. Violation of the internal consistency in physical and mental reactions. Manifested depression or sudden euphoria. Headaches may occur.
Due to the pronounced muscle relaxant effect, a side effect is a malfunction of the muscles of the respiratory group, which is especially life-threatening.
Violation of the blood can also trigger "Phenozepam." Side effects of it are the development of agranulocytosis, leukopenia, neutropenia, thrombocytopenia.
In the digestive system, the consistency of muscle contractions is disrupted as a result of the effect on the conduction of impulses with the drug "Phenazepam". Side effects are manifested by nausea, vomiting. The stool is broken (diarrhea, constipation). The liver is suffering. Possible yellowing of the skin.
As a result of a violation of the muscle tone of the sphincters, involuntary urination occurs. Side effects of "Phenazepam" include a violation of libido, the appearance of severe menstrual pain. Allergies in the form of rash, itching are possible.
Withdrawal syndrome
Even if Phenazepam is used strictly as prescribed, under the supervision of a doctor and in small doses, the drug can be very addictive. In the case of prolonged continuous use in humans, a severe dependence can form, the result of which is a serious disturbance of the functions of the nervous system. This is manifested by a high degree of nervousness, an unreasonable change in mood, depression, insomnia, and nausea.
If at the initial stage of application the patient notes
fatigue, drowsiness, a positive emotional background, then after a while, provided that Phenazepam is regularly used, the positive emotional background is replaced by negative moods. Phenazepam-abusing patients suffer from hallucinations, delusions, constant fear and various types of sleep disorders. In severe cases, the appearance of obsessive thoughts about suicide is possible.
Contraindications
Patients who have concomitant diseases of the liver or kidneys in severe form, "Phenazepam" is recommended to use only under the constant supervision of a doctor. Very carefully, the drug can be prescribed to people who in the past have become accustomed to any of the drugs and had a psychological dependence. It is used with caution in elderly patients "Phenazepam", contraindications and side effects which are more dangerous for them due to the presence of age-related diseases - problems with pressure, heart, joints, memory and attention.
"Phenazepam" is strictly not recommended for use in myasthenia gravis, obstructive bronchitis, respiratory failure, children and adolescents under 18 years of age.
Strongly contraindicated in pregnant "Phenazepam". Contraindications and side effects are associated with the ability to penetrate the placental barrier, inhibit the development of the fetal nervous system, and contribute to the formation of congenital malformations.
Overdose
The effect of "Phenazepam" may be excessive even with a small excess of the dose. An overdose of the drug quickly leads to a constant irritable state, sleep disturbance, excessive agitation. A small excess of the dose has an extremely negative effect on the work of the cardiovascular system. The pressure decreases, the heart rate rises.
Scary mix
"Phenazepam" has been widely used to treat alcohol dependence. After discharge from the clinic, former patients continued to receive the drug in prescription pharmacies. Side effects of "Phenazepam" were manifested in all their glory. It is strictly forbidden to take it with alcohol! The result may be disastrous.
Patients with alcoholism could drink the drug with an alcohol-containing drink, thereby enhancing the side effects of Phenazepam. Later it turned out that such a cocktail forms heavy compounds that have a destructive effect on the cerebral cortex. At the same time, hallucinations and mental disorders of behavior are provided for several days. Unfortunately, not everyone managed to get out of this state. This mixture increased the feeling of depression at times. It is also scary that this led to a dulling of the instinct of self-preservation and to the absence of the fear of death.
The number of suicides that were provoked by such an explosive mixture goes to thousands. The action of this cocktail reaches its peak very quickly, within half an hour.
Signs of poisoning are nausea,
impaired consciousness, the appearance of hallucinations. Unfortunately, often these symptoms were attributed to alcohol intoxication. Therefore, others were in no hurry to respond.
In addition, alcohol addicts resist treatment, showing aggression, suspicion. They do unexpected things. Their usual reaction to the desire of others to help is manifested by pronounced hostility.
Needless to say, the possibility of self-administration of this tranquilizer is excluded. Only a specialist can prescribe or cancel the drug "Phenazepam". Side effects, reviews of its positive and negative effects, the general condition of the patient, concomitant diseases, lifestyle, addiction - everything is taken into account.