ZOLMOON-5MG TAB

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

Zolpidem is a sedative-hypnotic that enhances the effect of GABA at the GABAA receptor (preferentially at the benzodiazepine-1 subtype). This reduces neuronal activity, producing sleep-promoting and calming effects.

Take orally exactly as prescribed, usually once daily at bedtime, immediately before going to sleep. Take on an empty stomach for faster onset; avoid taking after a heavy/fatty meal. Ensure 7–8 hours available for sleep; do not take a second dose the same night.

Drowsiness, dizziness, headache, nausea, diarrhea, fatigue, next-day sleepiness, memory impairment

Prescription-only sleep medicine; may cause next-day impairment—avoid driving/operating machinery. Risk of dependence, tolerance, misuse and withdrawal; use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration. May cause complex sleep behaviors (sleep-walking/driving/eating)—stop and seek medical help if this occurs. Use with caution in elderly, liver impairment, respiratory disease/sleep apnea, depression or history of substance use. Do not abruptly stop after prolonged use. Not recommended in severe hepatic impairment.

Alcohol and other CNS depressants (benzodiazepines, opioids, antihistamines, antipsychotics) increase sedation/respiratory depression; CYP3A4 inhibitors (ketoconazole, clarithromycin, ritonavir) may increase levels; CYP3A4 inducers (rifampicin, carbamazepine, phenytoin) may reduce effect; caution with antidepressants and other sedatives