What is Zetran?
Zetran is a benzodiazepine (ben-zoe-dye-AZ-eh-peen) that is used to treat anxiety disorders, alcohol withdrawal symptoms, or muscle spasms. The medicine injection can also be used to treat seizures. emergency, also known as status epilepticus.
Zetran can be used to assist you in relaxing prior to an operation or any other medical procedure.Zetran can also be used to treat conditions that are not mentioned in this guide.
Side effects of Zetran
Contact a medical professional immediately. If you are experiencing symptoms that indicate an allergy, such as symptoms of hives, breathing difficulties, and swelling of your lips, face, and tongue,
Zetran can slow or even stop your breathing, particularly if you've recently consumed alcohol or an opioid drug. Anyone who cares for you should seek immediate medical care if you suffer from breath that is slow, with long pauses or blue-colored lips, or if you find it difficult to get up.
Contact your doctor immediately if you suffer from:
- Extreme tiredness;
- Strange ideas
- Feeling lightheaded, as if you're going to faint.
Common adverse effects of Zetran can include:
- Drowsiness;
- Exhausted feeling;
- Muscle weakness
- Difficulties with balance or movements.
This isn't a complete list of possible side effects, and others could happen. Contact your physician to seek medical advice on the effects. You can report any adverse reactions to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Warnings
Discuss with your doctor all the medications you currently take as well as any new medications you decide to start or stop taking. Zetran can reduce or stop breathing, especially if you've recently taken an opioid medication as well as alcohol.
If you are given Zetran in the course of an emergency, ensure that any subsequent doctor is aware that you received Zetran.
Before you take this drug
It is not recommended to treat with Zetran when you are allergic to it. You might not be able to take Zetran in the event that you suffer from glaucoma.
If you can, in an emergency situation, tell your medical professional whether you've had any of the following:
- Glaucoma;
- Asthma, emphysema, bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD), or other breathing disorders;
- The kidneys or liver illness;
- Mental illness or depression, or suicidal or suicidal-like thoughts or behaviors;
- Coronary disease
- If you've recently used tranquilizers, alcohol, sedatives, or opioids,
Zetran can harm an unborn baby and should never be used during pregnancy. However, the condition known as status epilepticus is an extremely life-threatening disorder, and the advantages of using the medication used to treat it can outweigh the risk for the baby's unborn child. Inform your doctor if you are expecting.Check with your doctor to see if it is safe to breastfeed while taking this medicine.
If it is possible to do so in an emergency situation, tell your medical professionals if you are breastfeeding or pregnant.
How to take Zetran?
Zetran is instilled into muscles or into the vein.A doctor will provide you with the injection. Zetran is intended for short-term use only.Zetran is typically given in one dose before an operation or other medical treatment. In other situations, Zetran is usually given until you are able to use the medicine through the mouth.In the event of an injection into a vein, Zetran is to be administered slowly. Contact your physician if you feel burning or pain after this medication is administered.
Your blood pressure, breathing levels, oxygen levels, and other vital indicators are closely monitored while you undergo surgery.Zetran can cause you to be dizzy, drowsy, or lightheaded. You might need assistance to get out of bed in the first few hours.Dizziness or drowsiness can be more frequent in older people. Be careful to stay away from falls or injuries that are accidental.
What happens if I miss a dose?
In a medical environment, you are unlikely to miss an important dose.
What happens if I overdose?
In a medical facility, the overdose is taken care of quickly.
What should be avoided?
Avoid drinking alcohol within a short time after receiving Zetran. Dangerous side effects or even death may occur.
Zetran can trigger extreme drowsiness, which may persist for a long time after you've taken the medicine. Avoid driving or engaging in dangerous activities until you are aware of the way Zetran will affect your body. Drowsiness or dizziness can lead to accidents, falls, or even severe injuries.
Interaction with other drugs
The moment you're given this medication and other drugs that cause you to sleep or cause breathing to slow down, it could result in dangerous negative side effects. Ask your doctor before taking any opioid medications, sleeping pills, muscle relaxers, or any medication to treat anxiety or seizures.
Discuss with your doctor any other medications you take, including:
- Any other benzodiazepines (alprazolam, lorazepam, and temazepam; Valium; Xanax; Versed; Klonopin; and others);
- Medication to treat mental illness
- An MAO inhibitor—isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, tranylcypromine, and others.
This list isn't complete. Other medications can affect Zetran, such as prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Some interactions with drugs are not listed here. are listed here.
