Key facts about Zolpidem Tartrate
What dosages is Zolpidem Tartrate available in?
Zolpidem Tartrate is available as a 6.25 mg and 12.5 mg extended-release tablets.
What is Zolpidem Tartrate used for?
Zolpidem Tartrate is a GABA A receptor positive modulator that is used to treat insomnia.
How does Zolpidem Tartrate work?
Zolpidem Tartrate is a gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) A receptor positive modulator. It works on GABA receptors in the brain to slow down brain activity. This helps you relax and fall asleep faster.
How do I take Zolpidem Tartrate?
The typical dose is 6.25 mg to 12.5 mg by mouth nightly at bedtime.
Is it safe for me to take Zolpidem Tartrate?
Zolpidem Tartrate is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not use this medication if you have the following.
Patients who have experienced complex sleep behaviors after taking Zolpidem Tartrate.
Known hypersensitivity to zolpidem.
Zolpidem Tartrate Common Side Effects
- Common side effects of Zolpidem Tartrate:
- Headache
- Sleepiness
- Dizziness
- Diarrhea
Zolpidem Tartrate Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with Zolpidem Tartrate. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
Dangerous sleep behaviors: sleepwalking, sleep driving, or doing any activity while not being fully alert
Slowed brain activity (CNS depression): excessive sleepiness, confusion, coma
Trouble breathing (respiratory depression): shallow breaths, tiredness, slow breaths
Serious allergic reaction: itchy, red rash (hives), shortness of breath, chest tightness, throat closing, nausea, vomiting, swelling of lips, tongue, face, or eyes
Suicidal thoughts and behavior
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on Zolpidem Tartrate
- The following medications may interact with Zolpidem Tartrate:
- CNS depressants, including alcohol: Possible adverse additive CNS depressant effects.
- Imipramine: Decreased alertness observed.
- Chlorpromazine: Impaired alertness and psychomotor performance
- observed.
- CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. rifampin): Combination use may decrease effect.
- CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g. ketoconazole): Combination use may increase
- effect.
Who makes Zolpidem Tartrate?
Various FDA-approved generic manufacturers
Is Zolpidem Tartrate safe in pregnancy?
Based on animal data Zolpidem Tartrate may cause fetal harm. ell your healthcare provider if you become pregnant while taking Zolpidem Tartrate.
