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The sedative Zopistad is used to treat short-term temporary or transient insomnia. So what should you pay attention to when using Zopistad?
1. What is Zopistad?
Zopistad belongs to the group of psychoactive drugs, with the main ingredient being Zopiclone, which is prepared in the form of film-coated tablets with a strength of 7.5mg. The main effect of Zopistad is to treat insomnia in the short term, with specific symptoms such as:Difficulty sleeping Or waking up in the middle of the night Early awakening Insomnia due to mental disorders Insomnia makes the patient depressed body, severe exhaustion
Thuốc Zopistad được dùng để điều trị chứng mất ngủ tạm thời hoặc thoáng qua trong thời gian ngắn
2. Dosage and how to use Zopistad
Zopistad should be taken at bedtime and in the standing position. Specific dosage is as follows:
Adults: 1 tablet/day (equivalent to 7.5mg/day). Elderly people, people with mild to moderate renal and hepatic impairment: The initial indicated dose is 1⁄2 tablets/day (equivalent to 3.75mg/day). To be effective, each course of treatment should be for only 2 - 5 days for temporary insomnia and 2 - 3 weeks for short-term insomnia, and use the lowest dose. The duration of each course of treatment should not exceed 4 weeks.
An overdose of the sedative Zopistad can cause drowsiness, coma and even death. At that time, the patient may need to be treated with activated charcoal or gastric lavage.
3. Notes when using the sedative Zopistad
Before using sedative Zopistad should note:
Do not use the drug if you are allergic to the ingredients of the drug. Some other CNS depressants may interact with Zopistad. Therefore, it is important to let your doctor know about all the medicines you are taking, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, dietary supplements, and herbs. History of liver disease or health problems such as breathing, muscle weakness, sleep apnea. When the dose or duration of treatment is increased, the patient may become dependent on the sedative Zopistad. In addition, people who have a habit of drinking alcohol, abusing drugs, and having personality disorders are also prone to drug dependence. Discontinue use immediately at the onset of sleepwalking or related behaviors.
Thuốc Zopistad có thể gây ra những tác dụng phụ không mong muốn như dị ứng, phát ban trên da
4. Side effects of the drug Zopistad
Zopistad can cause unwanted side effects such as allergies, skin rashes, difficulty swallowing, difficulty breathing, dizziness, dry mouth, bitter mouth. Although this side effect is rare, when symptoms appear, the patient should immediately stop taking the drug and see a doctor for prompt medical treatment.
In addition, Zopistad also causes dizziness, headache, drowsiness, excitability, memory impairment, nightmares, hallucinations, depression. When you notice these symptoms, the patient should notify the doctor. Sometimes long-term use of the drug can cause insomnia after stopping the drug.
Do not take Zopistad while taking other neuroleptic drugs or have breathing problems, myasthenia gravis, or sleep apnea.
The sedative Zopistad is used to treat short-term temporary or transient insomnia. To ensure effective use, patients need to carefully read the instructions and consult a doctor or pharmacist.
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