STILNOX 10 MG

DESCRIPTION

Why am I taking STILNOX?
STILNOX contains the active ingredient zolpidem tartrate. STILNOX is used to initiate and maintain sleep in patients with sleeping difficulties, also called insomnia, in patients over 18 years of age. For more information, see Section 1. Why am I taking STILNOX? in the complete CMI.
What should I know before taking STILNOX?
Do not use it if you have ever had an allergic reaction to STILNOX or any of the ingredients listed at the end of the CMI.
Talk to your doctor if you have other medical conditions, have been drinking alcohol, take other medications, are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. For more information, see Section 2. What should I know before taking STILNOX? in the complete CMI.
What happens if I am taking other medications?
Some medicines can affect STILNOX and affect how it works. There is a list of these medications in Section 3. What happens if I am taking other medications? in the complete CMI.
How do I take STILNOX?
In adults: the usual dose is one 10 mg tablet just before bedtime.
In people over 65 years of age: the dose is one 5 mg tablet just before going to bed.
More instructions can be found in Section 4. How do I take STILNOX? in the complete CMI.
What should I know while taking STILNOX?
things you should do
Remind any doctor, dentist, or pharmacist you visit that you are using STILNOX.
If you become pregnant or suspect you are pregnant while taking this medication, stop taking it and tell your doctor or pharmacist immediately.
Things you should not do
Do not take STILNOX if you have sleep apnea, myasthenia gravis, severe liver problems, acute and/or severe lung problems, or if you have previously experienced complex sleep behaviors, such as sleepwalking.
Do not give STILNOX to a child or adolescent
Driving or using machines
You should not operate dangerous machinery or drive a motor vehicle for 8 hours after taking it. You should also be careful the next morning when you wake up.
drinking alcohol
You should not drink alcohol while you are taking STILNOX.
Taking care of your medicine
Keep the medicine in a cool, dry place where the temperature remains below 30°C.
For more information, see Section 5. What should I know while using STILNOX? in the complete CMI.
Are there any side effects?
Side effects include: drowsiness, dizziness, headache, fatigue, worsening insomnia, hallucinations, delirium, nightmares, depression, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting, back pain, nose, throat and chest infections, and loss of vision. memory. .
If any of the following happen, stop taking this medicine and tell your doctor immediately, or go to Accident and Emergency at your nearest hospital: swelling of the face, lips, mouth or throat, which may cause difficulty swallowing or breathing, hives, fainting. Sleepwalking, driving a motor vehicle, and other unusual, and sometimes dangerous, behaviors may also occur while apparently asleep. For more information, including what to do if you have any side effects, see Section 6. Are there any side effects? in the complete CMI.

WARNING: ZOLPIDEM MAY BE ASSOCIATED WITH UNUSUAL AND POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS BEHAVIOR WHILE APPEARING TO BE ASLEEP. THESE HAVE INCLUDED SLEEPWALKING, MOTOR VEHICLE DRIVING, AND OTHER STRANGE BEHAVIORS. SOME MEDICATIONS MAY INTERACT WITH ZOLPIDEM AND PARTICULAR CAUTION IS NEEDED WITH OTHER MEDICATIONS THAT MAY ALSO ACT ON THE BRAIN; BEFORE TAKING ZOLPIDEM, REFER TO THE “TAKING OTHER MEDICATIONS” SECTION BELOW OR ASK YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST. YOU SHOULD NOT DRINK ALCOHOL WHEN YOU TAKE ZOLPIDEM. DO NOT TAKE ZOLPIDEM FOR MORE THAN 4 WEEKS. IF YOUR SLEEP PROBLEMS CONTINUE, CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR.
Active ingredient: zolpidem tartrate
Consumer Drug Information (CMI)
This leaflet provides important information on the use of STILNOX. You should also talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you want more information or if you have any concerns or questions about STILNOX.
Where to find information in this brochure:
1. Why am I taking STILNOX?
2. What should I know before taking STILNOX?
3. What happens if I am taking other medications?
4. How do I take STILNOX?
5. What should I know while taking STILNOX?
6. Are there any side effects?
7.Product details
Why am I taking STILNOX?
STILNOX contains the active ingredient zolpidem tartrate. STILNOX is used to initiate and maintain sleep in people with sleeping difficulties, also called insomnia in patients over 18 years of age. It is not recommended to use it for more than 4 weeks at a time.
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