Zolpid -10

Composition of Zolpid -10

Zolpid -10 contains Zolpidem tartrate 10 mg tablets. It belongs to the Non-benzodiazepine hypnotic (imidazopyridine; GABA-A receptor agonist) class of medicines.

Uses of Zolpid -10

• Short-term treatment of insomnia
• especially difficulty in falling asleep and/or frequent night awakenings

Key benefits

• Helps fall asleep faster
• Reduces night-time awakenings
• Improves sleep duration in short-term insomnia
• Better sleep quality when used as prescribed

How Zolpid -10 works

Zolpidem is a non-benzodiazepine hypnotic that enhances the effect of GABA at the GABA-A receptor (preferentially via the BZ1/omega-1 site). This increases inhibitory neurotransmission in the brain, helping induce sleep and reduce nighttime awakenings.

How to take Zolpid -10

Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

Side effects of Zolpid -10

Most side effects of Zolpid -10 are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Drowsiness
• dizziness
• headache
• next-day sleepiness
• nausea
• diarrhea
• dry mouth
• fatigue
• abnormal dreams

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Zolpid -10

Warnings and precautions

Prescription-only sedative: may cause daytime drowsiness and impaired driving—avoid operating machinery. Risk of dependence, misuse and withdrawal; use for the shortest duration. Can cause complex sleep behaviors (sleep-walking/driving/eating); stop and seek medical advice if these occur. Avoid use in severe liver impairment, severe respiratory insufficiency or sleep apnea unless advised; dose reduction may be needed in elderly and hepatic impairment. Use caution in depression, suicidal ideation, history of substance use disorder; do not combine with other CNS depressants.

Interactions with other medicines

Alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, antihistamines and other CNS depressants (additive sedation/respiratory depression); CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, clarithromycin, ritonavir) increase levels; CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., rifampicin, carbamazepine, phenytoin) reduce effect; fluvoxamine may increase sedation; concomitant use with other hypnotics not recommended

How to store Zolpid -10

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

MICRO LABS

Therapeutic class:

Hypnotic / Sedative

Drug class:

Non-benzodiazepine hypnotic (imidazopyridine; GABA-A receptor agonist)