Description
Important Information
Zolpidem is a short time treatment of sleep problem (insomnia) in adults. It helps patients fall asleep faster, so you can get a better night’s rest. Zolpidem belongs to a group of drugs referred to as sedative-hypnotics. They act on your brain to produce a calming effect.
How to use zolpidem oral
Read the Medication Guide and, if available, the Patient Information Leaflet provided by your pharmacist before you start taking zolpidem and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Take this medication through the mouth on an empty stomach as directed by your doctor, normally once a night. Zolpidem works quickly, so take it right before you get into bed. Do not take it with or after a meal, as it will not work as quickly.
The effect of Zolpidem lasts for at least 7 to 8 hours. If you have to wake up before that, you may have some ,memory loss and will have trouble safely doing any activity that requires alertness, such as driving or operating machinery. (See also Precautions section.)
Dosage is based on your gender, age, medical condition, other medications you may be taking, and your response to treatment. Do not increase your dose, take it more often, or use it for longer than prescribed. Do not take more than 10 milligrams a day. Usually, Women are prescribed a lower dose because the drug is removed from their bodies more slowly than in men. Older adults are usually prescribed a lower dose to decrease the risk of side effects.
Side Effects
Dizziness may occur. If this effect persists or worsens, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
This drug may make you sleepy during the day. Tell your doctor if you have daytime drowsiness. Your dose may need to be adjusted.
Remember that this drug has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
Inform your doctor right away if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: memory loss, mental/mood/behavior changes (such as new/worsening depression, abnormal thoughts, thoughts of suicide, hallucinations, confusion, agitation, aggressive behavior, anxiety).
If you suddenly stop using Zolpidem, you may have withdrawal symptoms (such as nausea, vomiting, flushing, stomach cramps, nervousness, shakiness). To help prevent withdrawal, your doctor may lower your dose slowly. Withdrawal is more likely if you have used zolpidem for a long time or in high doses. Tell your doctor or pharmacist right away if you have withdrawal.
Though it helps many people, this drug may sometimes cause addiction. This risk may be higher if you have a substance use disorder (such as overuse of or addiction to drugs/alcohol). You should take this medication exactly as prescribed to lower the risk of addiction. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
When Zolpidem is used for a long time, it may not work as well. Inform your doctor if this medication stops working well.
Tell your doctor if your condition persists after 7 to 10 days, or if it worsens.
You may have trouble sleeping the first few nights after you stop taking this medication. This is called rebound insomnia and is normal. It will usually go away after 1-2 nights. If this effect continues, contact your doctor.
In the US – Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.
In Canada – Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
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