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Side effect(s) of Nitrazepam


Review the side-effects of Nitrazepam as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

   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.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Nitrazepam

Nitrazepam(Alodorm) generic is a hypnotic benzodiazepam, prescribed for insomnia and management of infantile spasms.


Trade Names for Nitrazepam

India :


International :


Alodorm, Arem, Insoma, Mogadon, Nitrados, Nitrazadon, Ormodon, Paxadorm, Remnos and Somnite.
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