Tofisopam

Drug #1077

Tofisopam is used in the short term treatment of anxiety disorders.

Primary Characteristics

It belongs to Benzodiazepine.

It is classified in Anxiolytics pharmacological group. It is also classified under Sedatives and Hypnotics .

Molecular Weight: 382.5 · Solubility in Water: null · Solubility in Alcohol: null · Non-proprietary name: Tofisopam.

Pharmacokinetics

None recorded.

Indications

Tofisopam is primarily indicated in conditions like Anorexia, Anxiety, Fatigue, Nausea and vomiting, Psychosis.

Contraindications

Tofisopam is contraindicated in conditions like Agressive impulsive psychopathy.

Dosage

Tofisopam's dosage details are as follows:

Dose	Single Dose	Frequency	Route	Instructions
Adult Dosage
150 mg	150 mg	—	PO	In divided doses.
Paediatric Dosage (20kg)
0 – 0	—	—		Not recommended in this age group
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
0 – 0	—	—		Not recommended in this age group

Drug Interactions

None recorded.

Side Effects

Tofisopam is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Epigastric pain, Itching, Nausea, Rashes , Sleep disturbance.

Warnings / Precautions

In case of the hypersensitivity reactions or severe sleep disturbances the drug should be discontinued.

Available Brands

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Single Ingredient

Tabs

50 mg

Storage Conditions

Tofisopam should be stored .

Drug Classification

1.24.3 — Drugs used in anxiety and sleep disorders

Manufacturers

Manufacturers of Tofisopam in Pakistan:

Medimpex