Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR
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Product introduction
Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR is used for short-term treatment of insomnia. It reduces sleep onset time and frequent awakening at night. This medicine improves sleep maintenance and therefore ensures sound sleep.
Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR is used to treat insomnia (inability to fall asleep)
Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR is used to treat insomnia (inability to fall asleep)
Uses of Zoldex Tablet PR
Benefits of Zoldex Tablet PR
In Treatment of Insomnia
Insomnia is a common sleep disorder in which there is difficulty in falling or staying asleep at night. Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR helps treat insomnia as well as improves sleep quality. Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR works by slowing activity in the brain to allow sleep. This helps you relax and feel more energetic. It also helps you concentrate better and improves your quality of life.
With Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR, your sleep problems should improve within 7 to 10 days. Apart from this, it is advisable to make some lifestyle changes to sleep better.
With Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR, your sleep problems should improve within 7 to 10 days. Apart from this, it is advisable to make some lifestyle changes to sleep better.
Side effects of Zoldex Tablet PR
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Zoldex
- Dizziness
- Sleepiness
- Headache
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Memory loss
- Vertigo
- Vomiting
- Back pain
- Agitation
- Double vision
- Depression
How to use Zoldex Tablet PR
Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR is to be taken empty stomach.
How Zoldex Tablet PR works
Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR belongs to a group of medicines called non-benzodiazepine hypnotics. It has hypnotic, sedative, and anticonvulsant (manages fits) properties. It works by binding of the GABAA receptor chloride channel macromolecular complex (a chemical messenger) that slows the activity of the nerve cells in the brain and helps fall asleep.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any kidney disease.
However, inform your doctor if you have any kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR is generally started at a low dose in patients with mild to moderate liver disease and is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR is generally started at a low dose in patients with mild to moderate liver disease and is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR to help you fall asleep faster and sleep for longer.
- It is best taken without food as a high-fat meal can reduce its absorption and effect.
- Take it 30 to 45 minutes before bedtime and only when you have time to sleep for at least 7 hours.
- It makes you feel dizzy next morning. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- It does not affect total sleep time. However, it reduces sleep onset time and frequent awakening at night.
- Never share your medication with any other person who also has a sleep problem.
- Inform your doctor if your sleep doesn’t improve after 7 to 10 days of treatment.
- Stop taking medication and inform your doctor If you experience sleep driving or memory loss.
- Do not stop taking medication suddenly as it may lead to anxiety, mood changes, and restlessness.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Imidazopyridine Derivative
Habit Forming
Yes
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Non-benzodiazepine hypnotics (Z Compounds)
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. Does Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR make you high?
Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR produces a calming effect on the brain and induces sleep. This calming effect may be perceived as pleasant or feeling high by some individuals. On prolonged use, Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR may also make an individual dependent such that they are not be able to sleep or function normally without taking it.
Q. Does Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR have abuse potential?
Yes, Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR has abuse potential. However, it is more commonly seen in patients with a history of drug abuse, alcohol consumption, and drug addiction. Therefore, doctors should carefully take history of drug abuse from the patient. Moreover, patients with a history of drug abuse or addiction should be closely monitored during Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR therapy.
Q. Can I take Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR with prednisone?
No drug-drug interactions have been found Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR taken with prednisone. However always consult with your doctor before taking these medicines together.
Q. Does Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR help with anxiety?
Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR is used to treat insomnia, which may help ease anxiety in some patients, although doctors do not prescribe Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR for anxiety alone because it does not work in the same manner as other sedatives anti-anxiety drugs
Q. What are the symptoms of an overdose of Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR?
The symptoms of Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR overdose include drowsiness, confusion, problems with coordination, floppy muscles, slow or difficult breathing, and even coma (loss of consciousness for a period of time).
Q. What should I should avoid when taking Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR?
Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR can make you drowsy during the daytime and also decrease your mental alertness. Therefore, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery until and unless you know how Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR affects you. Do not drink alcohol while you are taking Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR. Alcohol can make the side effects of Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR even worse.
Q. Who should not take Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR?
You should not take Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. You should also avoid Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR if you have a history of depression, mental illness, or suicidal thoughts. A person having a history of drug or alcohol abuse or addiction, having kidney or liver disease, having a lung disease or breathing problems should avoid Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR. Also, its consumption is not recommended if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Q. Can I take Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR with food?
No, do not take Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR with or shortly after a heavy, high-fat meal. Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR may not work well if it is taken with high-fat foods.
Q. Can Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR be taken everyday? How long should it be taken?
Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR is used for short-term (2-4 weeks) treatment of insomnia (difficulty falling asleep). It should be taken exactly as prescribed by the doctor. The dose and duration of treatment should not be exceeded else it may lead to dependence (addiction towards medicine).
Q. Does Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR cause dry mouth and affect weight?
Yes, dry mouth is a common side effect of Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR, whereas weight gain is less common with Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR. If you experience weight gain, it could be due to increased appetite.
Q. How long does Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR take to start working?
Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR starts working as soon as you take it and may make you very sleepy. You may remain sleepy for some time after you take the medication. Plan to go to bed right after you take Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR and to stay in bed for 7 to 8 hours. Do not take Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR if you will be unable to go to bed right away and remain asleep for 7 to 8 hours after taking the medication.
Q. What are the withdrawal symptoms of Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR?
Do not stop taking Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR without talking to your doctor. If you suddenly stop taking Zoldex 12.5 Tablet PR, you may experience withdrawal symptoms such as unpleasant feelings, stomach and muscle cramps, vomiting, sweating, shakiness, and rarely, seizures.
Q. How can I improve my sleep without medicines?
You can improve your sleep by avoiding caffeine and nicotine, especially late in the day. Avoid exercise during the four hours before bedtime; daily exercise is beneficial to sleep, but can interfere if done close to bedtime. Avoid large meals in the evening. Avoid taking naps. Go to sleep and wake up at the same time each day. Keep the bedroom as dark as possible and maintain a comfortable temperature. Set aside a time to relax before bed and use relaxation techniques.
Q. What is insomnia?
Insomnia is a common sleep disorder. People with insomnia experience trouble in falling asleep, staying asleep, or both. As a result, they may get too little sleep or have poor-quality sleep, and they may not feel refreshed after waking up.
Q. What are the causes of insomnia?
Insomnia can be of two types- primary or secondary. In primary insomnia, the cause is not known. It can be triggered by life-style changes including long-lasting stress and emotional upset. Whereas, secondary insomnia can be caused due to various reasons such as certain medical conditions (depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, Alzheimer's disease, and Parkinson's disease), medicines, sleep disorders, and substances (caffeine and other stimulants, tobacco and other nicotine products, and alcohol).
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