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Zolpidem
Latest prescription information about Zolpidem. 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 : Zolpidem
Pronunciation : zole-PI-dem
Trade Name(s):
India- Ambulax-Z, Azold 5, Ambiz, Dactive, Dem, Inzofresh, Isodem, Kayzole, Lopitas, Lypin -5, Nidra, Nitrest, Olpitric, Pedo, Restem, Sobrium, Sove, Sove-It, Soza, Stilnoct, Syzol, Zanlop, Zappy 5 mg, Zleep, Zoal, Zolcent, Zoldem, Zolpi, Zolep, Zolfresh, Zolojet, Zolpicalm, Zolpid, Zolpirest, Zolpistar, Zolpitrac, Zolsoma, Zolway, Zomnia, Zopid. International- Ambien. This medication is a sedative-hypnotic, prescribed for insomnia (sleeplessness). When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : Adult- The recommended dose is 12.5 mg once daily immediately before bedtime. How it should be taken : It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, on an empty stomach. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney or liver problems, lung or breathing problems (e.g chronic obstructive pulmonary disease [COPD], sleep apnea), myasthenia gravis, metabolism problems, heart or blood pressure problems, or very poor health, mental problems (e.g depression), suicidal thoughts or behaviors, or alcohol or substance abuse or addiction, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. * Avoid alcohol consumption. * It should not be used in children. Side Effects : Infections - Influenza and stomach flu. Metabolic - Appetite disorder. Central Nervous system - Headache, drowsiness, dizziness, memory disorders, balance disorder, disturbance in attention, incoordination, tingling, hallucinations, disorientation, anxiety, depression, psychomotor retardation, binge eating, depersonalization, loss of inhibition, emotion, mood swings and stress symptoms. Eye and ENT - Visual disturbances, redness, blurred vision, unsteadiness and ringing in the ear. Respiratory - Throat irritation. Gastrointestinal - Nausea, constipation, abdominal discomfort, abdominal tenderness, frequent bowel movements, gastroesophageal reflux disease and vomiting. Skin - Rash, skin wrinkling and hives. Musculoskeletal - Back pain, muscle pain, neck pain and menstrual cramps. General disorders - Fatigue, weakness, chest discomfort, increased body temperature, blood pressure and bruising. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store between 15°-25°C. |
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