• Baronite 10mg Tablet is used for treating insomnia
• It is generally used in combination with other medicines
• It relaxes the brain and helps to treat people who have problems with their sleeping habits
• Baronite 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food
• However, take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body
• Take Baronite 10mg Tablet in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor as it has a high potential of habit-forming.
• If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better
• It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may cause nausea and anxiety
• It should only be used for a limited period as long-term use of this medicine is not recommended.Baronite 10mg Tablet may cause dizziness and drowsiness as side effects, so do not drive if you have taken this medicine
• Moreover, driving under the influence of this medicine is also considered as an offense
• Other common side effects of this medicine include sedation, unsteadiness, impaired coordination, numbed emotions, reduced alertness, and fatigue
• These are usually temporary and resolve on their own
• Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away.
• It should be noted that in elderly patients this medicine may reduce muscle tone and increased the risk of falls
• You should avoid alcohol intake while taking this medicine as it will increase drowsiness.

Uses of Baronite 10mg Tablet

• In Treatment of Insomnia Baronite 10mg Tablet helps treat insomnia (difficulty falling or staying asleep) in people who have problems related to their sleeping habits
• Insomnia may cause you to wake up earlier than usual and you may find it difficult to go back to sleep
• Baronite 10mg Tablet works by slowing down the abnormal activity of nerves in the brain to allow sleep
• It also improves the sleep-wake cycle and restores it to normal
• This helps you relax, feel calm, and more energetic
• It also helps you concentrate better and improves your quality of life.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Baronite 10mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Frequestly asked Questions

Does Baronite 10mg Tablet get you high?

Yes, Baronite 10mg Tablet can get you high especially when more than the recommended dose is used for a long period of time. Patients with a history of alcoholism, drug abuse and personality disorders should be closely monitored since these patients may intentionally take more than the recommended doses of Baronite 10mg Tablet to get “high”.

How quickly does Baronite 10mg Tablet work?

Baronite 10mg Tablet works quickly. It takes 30 to 60 minutes to induce sleep following which the person may remain asleep for 6 to 8 hours. Therefore, it should be taken just before going to bed.

Does Baronite 10mg Tablet help you sleep?

Yes, Baronite 10mg Tablet is in fact used for short-term treatment of insomnia (trouble falling asleep). It shortens the time taken to fall asleep and lengthens the duration of sleep. It helps you to sleep but does not cure the underlying cause of your insomnia, which you should discuss with your doctor.

What is Baronite 10mg Tablet? How does it make you feel?

Baronite 10mg Tablet belongs to the benzodiazepine class of medicines. These medicines are known as tranquillizers, which means they have a calming effect and make you feel relaxed. However, its prolonged use may cause some side effects like excessive drowsiness, reduced alertness, confusion, tiredness, etc.

What are the symptoms of an overdose of Baronite 10mg Tablet?

Taking high doses of Baronite 10mg Tablet may cause mild or serious side effects. The mild symptoms of an overdose of Baronite 10mg Tablet include drowsiness, mental confusion and tiredness. In more serious cases, you may develop inability to move, loss of muscle tone, fall in blood pressure, breathing difficulties, coma (loss of consciousness for a period of time) and very rarely death.

Why has my doctor prescribed Baronite 10mg Tablet for a short duration? Can I take it longer than that?

Treatment with Baronite 10mg Tablet should be as short as possible. Generally, including the gradual reduction of dose (tapering process), the duration of treatment varies from a few days to two weeks and can extend up to a maximum of four weeks. Higher doses of this medicine are not at all recommended. If you take the medicine for longer than the prescribed duration of time, you may develop physical and psychological dependence and tolerance (higher dose required to have the same effect).

Can I stop taking Baronite 10mg Tablet?

Do not stop taking Baronite 10mg Tablet before consulting your doctor. Stopping the treatment suddenly may cause withdrawal symptoms which include a recurrence of sleep problems, depression, nervousness, extreme anxiety, tension, restlessness, and confusion. The withdrawal symptoms may also include mood changes, irritability, sweating, diarrhea, headache, and muscle weakness.

Is Baronite 10mg Tablet safe for old people?

Baronite 10mg Tablet should be used with care in elderly people. Usually, the dose advised for aged people is half of what is normally advised. This means that the dose should be restricted to 2.5 or 5 mg. Since Baronite 10mg Tablet relaxes the muscles, elderly patients should take extra care when they get up at night as there is a risk of falls and consequently of injuries including hip fractures.

Common and Known Side effects of Baronite 10mg Tablet

• Dizziness
• Sedation
• Drowsiness
• Unsteadiness
• Impaired coordination
• Fatigue