Etizolam - good if you follow doctor’s advice otherwise ready to face consequences
Introduction to Etizolam
Etizolam is a benzodiazepine analog but the marketing is done under the brand name Etilaam, Sedekopan, Etizola, Pasaden or Depas. The molecule of the Etizolam is different from the benzodiazepine as in this case the benzene ring has been replaced by thiopene ring which makes this drug a thienzodiazepine instead of benzodiazepine.
Treatment purpose
This thienzodiazepine or the Etizolam can be used for short term treatment of insomnia, anxiety or panic attacks. There have been many tests conducted to prove that this drug can do wonders when taken in right amount and under doctor’s surveillance. This drug is said to be hypnotic and at the same time sedative making it perfect for the doctor’s t prescribe to the patients who are suffering from sleeping disorders.
Misuse of the drug
It is sold as designer drug in many parts of UK. After having few of them you will feel chilled out as it relaxes your mind and body so the youths are using it for all the wrong reasons and they are taking this drug so that they can get a high and enjoy. If you are taking around 2 - 4 pills at a time then you will feel more relaxed and will start talking on any given subject without any inhibition. Moreover you will also start doing certain things which you won’t be doing otherwise. If you are a shy person then after having 4 – 6 pills at one go you will open up and wouldn’t even hesitate to flirt and strike a conversation with a stranger.
Effects of Etizolam
If you have a history of liver or kidney problem, muscle weakness, alcoholism, drug addiction or if you are pregnant then you must inform your doctor before he prescribes Etizolam. If you are taking the drug to get a high then also you must avoid it if you have any of the above mentioned ailments. It is believed to have a drowsy effect after its consumption so it is advised that you keep away from driving or operating any machinery while you are on this medication.
Side effects of Etizolam
The very common side effects of Etizolam are dizziness, muscle weakness and incoordination. It also affects the central nervous system as you might be reporting severe headache, fainting, feeling confused, depressed and also suffer memory loss. It is reported that if you consume high dose of this drug then you won’t remember anything that you have done during the period of time when you were on a high with this, you will be suffering from total memory loss.
You might also suffer visual disturbance too so it is better if you follow a doctor’s prescription and use it for correct purposes and not just for getting a high.