Zolnoxs 10 mg FC tablets
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 15 March 2022
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Short-term treatment of severe insomnia in adults.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 10 mg before bedtime (5 mg for elderly). Max 4 weeks.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 30 mins, Duration: 6-8 hours
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation; may cause neonatal dependence.
Key Drug Interactions
- Alcohol
- CNS depressants
- Opioids
- CYP450 inhibitors
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to zolpidem
- Myasthenia gravis
- Sleep apnoea
- Severe hepatic insufficiency
- Children under 18
Common side effects
- Somnolence
- Dizziness
- Amnesia
- Hallucinations
- Nightmares
Counselling Points
- Take before bedtime
- Avoid alcohol
- Do not drive until effects are known
- Gradual withdrawal recommended
Serious warnings
- Risk of dependence
- Rebound insomnia
- Serious injuries from sleepwalking
- Next-day psychomotor impairment
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