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Composition :

ZOLPIDEM-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Treatsure Pharma

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's

Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's belongs to a class of drugs called 'sedative-hypnotics' primarily used in the short-term treatment of insomnia. Insomnia is a disorder of sleep that causes difficulty in falling asleep or staying asleep. It may be acute (short-term) or chronic (long-term) in nature due to various complications like stress, anxiety, and breathing problems.

Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's contains Zolpidem which works by increasing the activity of GABA, which is a chemical messenger in the brain acting as a natural nerve-calming agent, thereby inducing sleep. Thus, Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's relaxes muscles, reduces anxiety, and helps to fall asleep.

Take Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you how often you take Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's based on your medical condition. Some people may experience dizziness, diarrhoea, drowsiness, headache, nausea, vomiting, nose or throat infections, tiredness, stomach pain, double vision, and back pain. Most of these side effects of Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you notice that the effect of tablets is not as well as at the beginning of the treatment, please consult a doctor as you might have developed tolerance to Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's and dose adjustment may be required. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's. If you have kidney, liver, or breathing problems, severe muscle weakness, sleep apnoea (a serious condition where breathing stops and repeatedly starts in sleep), and if you have a history of depression or mental illness, please inform your doctor before taking Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's.

Uses of Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's

Insomnia (sleeplessness)

Directions for Use

Take Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's on empty stomach for effective results or as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's is a sleeping pill used in the short-term treatment of insomnia (difficulty in falling or staying asleep). Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's increases the activity of GABA (a chemical messenger in brain that acts as natural nerve-calming agent) that is involved in inducing sleep. Thus, Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's relaxes muscles, reduces anxiety and helps to fall asleep. Appropriate life style changes are recommended along with Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's to improve the quality of sleep.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's

  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhoea
  • Drowsiness
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Nose or throat infections
  • Tiredness
  • Stomach pain
  • Double vision
  • Back pain

Drug Warnings

If you notice that the tablets are not working as well as they did at the beginning of the treatment, please consult a doctor as you might have developed tolerance to Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's and dose adjustment may be required. Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's is a category C pregnancy drug and is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may cause adverse effects on the baby after birth. If you are a breastfeeding mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's. If you have kidney, liver, or breathing problems, severe muscle weakness, sleep apnoea (a severe condition in which breathing stops and starts repeatedly in sleep), and if you have a history of depression or mental illness, please inform your doctor before taking Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's. Maintain a time gap of a minimum of 8 hours between taking Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's and driving to reduce the risk of increased adverse effects.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ZolpidemSodium oxybate
Critical
ZolpidemPindolol
Severe

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ZolpidemSodium oxybate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Olpidem-10 Tablet:
Using sodium oxybate together with Olpidem-10 Tablet can significantly increase the risk of severity of low blood pressure, breathing difficulties, fainting and unconsciousness.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Sodium oxybate with Olpidem-10 Tablet is generally avoided as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any symptoms of headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate consult a doctor immediately. You should refrain from operating any dangerous machinery or driving a car. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
ZolpidemPindolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Olpidem-10 Tablet:
Taking Olpidem-10 Tablet with Pindolol may increase the risk of low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Pindolol and Olpidem-10 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ZolpidemHydrocodone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Olpidem-10 Tablet:
Using Olpidem-10 Tablet together with Hydrocodone can cause central nervous system depression (a physiological state that can result in a decreased rate of breathing, decreased heart rate, and loss of consciousness).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Hydrocodone and Olpidem-10 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, impairment in judgment, or reaction speed, consult a doctor. You should refrain from using dangerous machinery or driving a car. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ZolpidemBuprenorphine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Olpidem-10 Tablet:
Taking Olpidem-10 Tablet with Buprenorphine can cause central nervous system depression, leading to breathing difficulty and unconsciousness.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Buprenorphine and Olpidem-10 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, and impairment in judgment, or reaction speed, consult a doctor. You should avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ZolpidemCodeine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Olpidem-10 Tablet:
Using Olpidem-10 Tablet together with Codeine can cause central nervous system depression (a physiological state that can result in a decreased rate of breathing, decreased heart rate, and loss of consciousness).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking codeine and Olpidem-10 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, impairment in judgment, or reaction speed, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ZolpidemMorphine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Olpidem-10 Tablet:
Using Olpidem-10 Tablet together with Morphine can cause central nervous system depression (a physiological state that can result in a decreased rate of breathing, decreased heart rate, and loss of consciousness).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Morphine and Olpidem-10 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, impairment in judgment, or reaction speed, consult a doctor. You should refrain from using dangerous machinery or driving a car. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ZolpidemOxycodone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Olpidem-10 Tablet:
Using Olpidem-10 Tablet together with Oxycodone can cause central nervous system depression (a physiological state that can result in a decreased rate of breathing, decreased heart rate, and loss of consciousness).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Oxycodone and Olpidem-10 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, impairment in judgment, or reaction speed, consult a doctor. You should refrain from using dangerous machinery or driving a car. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ZolpidemEsketamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Olpidem-10 Tablet:
Taking Olpidem-10 Tablet with Esketamine increases the effects of Olpidem-10 Tablet. This can increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Esketamine and Olpidem-10 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, impairment in judgment, or reaction speed, consult a doctor. You should wait until the following day to operate any dangerous machinery or drive a car. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ZolpidemDezocine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Olpidem-10 Tablet:
Using Olpidem-10 Tablet together with Dezocine can cause central nervous system depression (a physiological state that can result in a decreased rate of breathing, decreased heart rate, and loss of consciousness).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Dezocine and Olpidem-10 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, impairment in judgment, or reaction speed, consult a doctor. You should refrain from using dangerous machinery or driving a car. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ZolpidemTapentadol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Olpidem-10 Tablet:
Using Olpidem-10 Tablet together with Tapentadol can cause central nervous system depression (a physiological state that can result in a decreased rate of breathing, decreased heart rate, and loss of consciousness).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Olpidem-10 Tablet with Tapentadol can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience signs such as drowsiness, lightheadedness, palpitations, confusion, severe weakness, or difficulty breathing. You should refrain from using dangerous machinery or driving a car. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do regular exercise during day time.
  • Do not take nap during day time. Set regular timings to go to bed and wake up.
  • Relax yourself at least 1 hour before bedtime by taking a bath with warm water, listening to music or reading a book.
  • Make the bedroom dark and quiet and ensure that your pillows and mattresses are comfortable.
  • Avoid watching tv, using mobiles or laptops just before bedtime.
  • Limit caffeine intake including tea, coffee, hot chocolate, cola and energy drinks as it may reduce the effectiveness of Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase risk of psychomotor impairment (slowdown of thought process and reduced physical movements), dependence, sleep walking or sleep driving.

Habit Forming

Yes

Therapeutic Class

SEDATIVE-HYPNOTIC DRUGS

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FAQs

No, you are not recommended to take Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's with hydrocodone or other opioid pain killers such as oxycodone, naloxone and tramadol as co-administration of these medicines with Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's may increase the risk of difficulty in breathing, drowsiness, coma and even death. However, before using Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's with any other medicines, you are advised to contact your doctor so that the dose may adjusted to use safely.

You are recommended to take Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's just before bedtime as it helps to sleep quickly and improve the quality of sleep. If you forget to take Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's at night, do not take it in the day time as it may cause drowsiness, confusion and dizziness.

No, Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's is not recommended for depression patients as it may worsen the condition and increase self-harming or suicidal thoughts. Therefore, if you are suffering from depression or have history of depression, please inform your doctor before taking Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's.

No, Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's is not recommended for use during pregnancy especially in the third trimester and during delivery as it may cause adverse effects such as breathing problems, low body temperature, floppy muscle and withdrawal symptoms in baby after birth due to physical dependence.

Yes, Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's may cause dependence (mental and physical effects caused due to compulsion of taking Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's) if used in high doses and for prolonged time. This risk of dependency on Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's increases in patients who have a history of drug or alcohol abuse.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • METOPROLOL
  • OXYCODONE
  • NALOXONE
  • TRAMADOL
  • SERTRALINE
  • AMITRIPTYLINE
  • DIPHENHYDRAMINE
  • CITALOPRAM
  • CLONAZEPAM
  • DULOXETINE
  • FLUOXETINE
  • GABAPENTIN
  • HYDROXYZINE
  • ESCITALOPRAM
  • LORAZEPAM
  • PREGABALIN
  • MIRTAZAPINE
  • ALPRAZOLAM
  • CYCLOBENZAPRINE
  • HYDROCODONE

Special Advise

  • You are advised to take Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's on empty stomach as taking Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's with food may reduce the effect of Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's.
  • If you are depressed or have had depression in the past, please inform your doctor before taking Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's as it may increase self-harming or suicidal thoughts.
  • If you notice any behavioral side effects such as delusions (false belief), nightmares, irritability, restlessness, aggressiveness, or hallucinations (hear, feel or see things that are actually not present), please contact your doctor.
  • If you are allergic to any sugars, inform your doctor as Olpidem-10 Tablet 10's contains lactose.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Insomnia: It is a disorder of sleep associated with problems in falling asleep or staying asleep. It may be acute (short-term) or chronic (long-term) in nature. Acute insomnia may last from one night to few weeks and occurs due to stress or changes in life. Chronic insomnia may last from more than 3 nights per week to more than 3 months. Insomnia is mostly caused due to depression, stress, anxiety, jet lag, shift work, uncomfortable beds, chronic illness, caffeine, nicotine or alcohol intake or due to certain medicines. It may be treated using sleeping pills, behaviour therapy, changes in sleep habits, identifying and treating chronic conditions.

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