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Phamzopic belongs to the group of sleeping pills that help you fall asleep quickly, reduce the number of awakenings and prolong the sleep time. So is using Phamzopic sleeping pills addictive, what are the side effects of Phamzopic drugs?
1. Uses of the drug Phamzopic
Phamzopic drug is made in the form of tablets, the main ingredient in each tablet is Zopiclon 7.5mg. Zopiclone is a cyclopyrrolon derivative with short-acting sedative activity.
This active ingredient helps you fall asleep quickly, reducing the number of awakenings and prolonging sleep time. Phamzopic did not reduce the total duration of REM sleep, although it did delay the onset of paradoxical sleep.
Phamzopic drugs are indicated in the following cases:
Sleep disorders due to mental problems or physical abnormalities. Doctors need to carefully evaluate the condition of the patient before giving it to the patient. Use Phamzopic for a short time to relieve symptoms and treat insomnia with frequent awakenings at night, difficulty sleeping, and early awakening. Phamzopic sleeping pills 7.5mg are contraindicated in the following cases:
People with a history of allergy to any ingredient of the drug. People with unusual reactions to sedatives or alcohol. People with severe respiratory failure such as sleep apnea syndrome. The use of Phamzopic by pregnant women may lead to withdrawal symptoms in the infant. So only use if prescribed by your doctor.
Phamzopic drug is excreted in breast milk, so it should not be used by women who are breastfeeding.
Some special notes when using Phamzopic drugs:
If the treatment results are not good after 7-10 days of using Phamzopic drugs, insomnia may be related to mental illness, loss of sleep reflexes sleep or any other primary medical condition. When using Phamzopic, there may be an increase in insomnia or abnormalities in behavior and thinking related to the effect of the drug on the benzodiazepine receptors. Use caution when using Phamzopic in the following cases:
Severe muscle weakness. Liver failure, kidney failure. Do not continue to use Phamzopic if you do not get a full night's sleep, because the drug is not completely eliminated from the body, it will affect the next day's activities.
2. Dosage and how to use Phamzopic
How to use Phamzopic sleeping pills as follows:
Use orally. Take medicine before going to bed. Duration of treatment should not exceed 7-10 consecutive days. If you have to take Phamzopic for 2-3 weeks, you need a comprehensive health check, and you need to stop taking it slowly. Dosage of Phamzopic drug as prescribed by the doctor or refer to the dose as follows:
Adults: Use 1 tablet / time / day. Elderly, chronic respiratory failure or weakened health: Use 1/2 tablet/day. If the effect is not achieved, the dose can be increased to 1 tablet/day. Children under 18 years old: Phamzopic sleeping pills are not recommended for this audience. When you forget a dose of Phamzopic, take it as soon as you remember. But if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose as usual.
When using Phamzopic with a dose of 340mg, it causes prolonged sleep, lethargy, drowsiness, ataxia. If you accidentally overdose and develop serious side effects, you should immediately seek medical attention for timely treatment. Your doctor will perform a gastric lavage, ensure good ventilation, and give you intravenous fluids.
3. Is using Phamzopic sleeping pills addictive?
Common side effects of Phamzopic are bitter mouth, drowsiness, lethargy, loss of coordination.
Other side effects of Phamzopic include:
Weakness, temporary memory loss, feelings of hostility, euphoria, confusion, dizziness, nightmares,... Palpitations. Overeating or loss of appetite, indigestion, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, constipation, diarrhea, bad breath. Visibility decreased. Shortness of breath . Increased sweating, itching. Lost weight. Feeling of heaviness in legs, shivering, headache,... Affects AST, ALT and alkaline Phosphatase test results. Phamzopic drugs only have the effect of causing drowsiness, not addictive effects. If you find any side effects when using Phamzopic, please inform your doctor immediately for timely treatment.
4. Interaction of Phamzopic with other drugs
Alcohol increases the sedative effect of Phamzopic. Central nervous system depressants such as other sedatives, anti-anxiety drugs, anti-depressants, sleeping pills, anesthetics and antihistamines also have sedative effects, so when used together with Phamzopic will increase the effect. use of these drugs. Benzodiazepine derivatives, narcotic pain relievers when used together with Phamzopic will increase the euphoric effect, thereby making it easier to become dependent on the drug. CYP3A4 inhibitors such as Ketoconazole, Erythromycin, Itraconazole, Ritonavir,... increase the effect of Phamzopic. CYP3A$ stimulants such as Phenytoin, Carbamazepine,... reduce the concentration of Zopiclon in the blood. Above is the important information about Phamzopic drug, you need to pay attention to the effective use of the drug and minimize the unwanted side effects affecting the treatment process.
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