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Nitrazepam
Latest prescription information about Nitrazepam. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Nitrazepam
Pronunciation : nite-RAZI-pam
Trade Name(s):
India- Baronite Tab, Dormin Capsules Cap, Dormin Tab, Gentravit Tab, Hypnoril Tab, Insomin Forte Tab, Nigap Tab, Nipam Tab, Nithra Tab, Nitraz-Sr -Tab, Nitrocalm Tab, Nitrosym Tab, Stressban Tab, Synit. International- Alodorm, Arem, Insoma, Mogadon, Nitrados, Nitrazadon, Ormodon, Paxadorm, Remnos and Somnite. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): Contraindicated in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), severe liver disease, myasthenia gravis, increased eye pressure and hypersensitivity.
When it is to be taken : Adult: PO- The recommended dose is 5 mg at bedtime; increase to 10 mg if needed. How it should be taken : It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients who have uninterrupted sleep of 7-8 hr after ingestion of dose, amnesia, elderly, children, depression, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. * Patient may develop with increased risk of suicidal thoughts, depression; watch them carefully. * Avoid alcohol consumption. Side Effects : Central Nervous System - Agitation, aggressiveness, amnesia, incoordination, confusion, delusions, disorientation, dizziness, fatigue, hallucinations, hangover, headache, irritability, nightmares, psychoses, rage, restlessness and sedation. Heart - Low blood pressure and palpitations. Gastrointestinal - Constipation, diarrhea, excessive salivation, heartburn, nausea and vomiting. Respiratory - Increased sputum and difficulty in breathing. Miscellaneous - Rash, changes in sexual drive, muscle weakness, blurred vision and ringing in the ear. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at room temperature. Protect from light and moisture. |
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