Nitrest 10 Tablet (Zolpidem)

Description

Nitrest 10 MG Tablet is a hypnotic and sedative which is used to treat a sleep disorder called insomnia. This medicine may increase the risk of habit-forming tendency if taken for a long duration or at larger doses. Do not stop abruptly taking this medicine as it may cause withdrawal symptoms like convulsions, behavioral disorders, tremors, and anxiety.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Nitrest 10 MG Tablet
Ambiz 10 MG Tablet
Unichem Laboratories Ltd.
Dactive 10 MG Tablet
Zydus Cadila
Sove 10 MG Tablet
Ipca Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.
Zilion Sl 10 MG Tablet
Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Zolpid 10 MG Tablet
Micro Labs Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Nitrest 10 MG Tablet
Unsteadiness
Confusion
Dizziness
Fast heartbeat
Drowsiness
Blurred vision
Dry mouth
Headache
Loss of appetite
Nausea or Vomiting

Uses of Nitrest 10 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Insomnia
This medicine is used for the treatment of insomnia, a sleep disorder characterized by difficulty in falling asleep or staying asleep.

Dosage

Nitrest 10 Tablet
Nitrest 5 Tablet

When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to zolpidem or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
Myasthenia gravis
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with myasthenia gravis due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects.
Severe liver impairment
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver impairment due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Withdrawal symptoms
Abrupt discontinuation of this medicine may increase the risk of adverse effects such as convulsions, behavioral disorders, tremors, and anxiety. A gradual dose reduction is recommended to avoid these reactions. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Suicidal thoughts
This medicine should be used with caution due to the increased risk of suicidal tendencies. Patients should be closely monitored for any change in mood or behavior. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Dependency
This medicine have the tendency to cause dependency and abuse particularly after prolonged use or excessive dosages. Individuals with a history of alcohol or substance abuse should be treated carefully when they are on therapy with this medicine. The withdrawal of this medicine should be tapered off gradually.
Driving or operating machinery
Use of this medicine may cause blurred vision or dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms.
Use in children
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Food intake
This medicine is not recommended to take with or immediately after a high-fat or heavy meal because it may delay the onset of sleep.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. It is advised that you do not take this medicine during the daytime. If it is daytime, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule at bedtime. Do not double the dose to make up for a missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
N/A
Instructions
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while taking this medicine due to the increased risk of adverse effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
Interaction with Medicine
Antihypertensives
Codeine
Cetirizine
Metoclopramide
Disease interactions
Depression
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from depression due to the increased risk of confusion, suicidal thoughts, etc. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Liver impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with mild to moderate liver impairment due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver impairment.
Kidney Disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function tests, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Glaucoma
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with glaucoma due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Respiratory Disorders
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from respiratory diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

Take this medicine exactly as advised by your doctor. Do not take in larger amounts than prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor. Abrupt discontinuation of this medicine may cause severe withdrawal symptoms.