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Ramelteon
Latest prescription information about Ramelteon. 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 : Ramelteon
Pronunciation : ra-MEL-tee-on
Therapeutic Classification : Sedative-hypnotic Drugs
ICD Code : Y47.8
Trade Name(s): International- Rozerem. Why it is prescribed (Indications) : This medication is a sedative, prescribed for insomnia (sleeplessness). It works by acting on the melatonin receptors in the brain, that is needed for sleep. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity and avoid co-administration with fluvoxamine.
Dosage & When it is to be taken : PO- The recommended dose is 8 mg taken within 30 minutes before going to bed. How it should be taken : It comes as a tablet to take by mouth. Avoid taking this medication with or immediately after taking food. Warnings and Precautions : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver disease, sleep apnea, a breathing disorder such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or history of depression, mental illness, suicidal thoughts, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication. * Patient may be engaged with certain activities such as driving, eating, making phone calls etc in absent mind, if it so consult with your doctor. Side Effects : Serious- Severe allergic reactions, abnormal thinking and behavioral changes. Gastrointestinal- Nausea and diarrhea. Musculoskeletal - Muscle pain. Central Nervous system- Drowsiness, dizziness and sleeplessness. Miscellaneous- Headache and fatigue. * It may cause drowsiness or dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Storage Conditions : Store it at controlled room temperature (25°C), and in an airtight container. |
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