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Zolip, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Insomnia.
The optimal dosage of Zolip is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Zolip can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Zolip are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zolip is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Zolip has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Zolip related warnings section.
Zolip is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Depression, Angioedema as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Zolip are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Zolip have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Zolip is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Zolip is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Zolip safe for pregnant women?
Zolip can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Zolip, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Zolip safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Zolip. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Zolip on the Kidneys?
Zolip does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zolip on the Liver?
Zolip may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Zolip on the Heart?
Zolip is completely safe for the heart.
Zolip should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zolip unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zolip habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Zolip. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Zolip. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Zolip is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Zolip is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zolip
You can take Zolip with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zolip
Consuming Zolip with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Rarely, Zolip causes a headache. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller, apply balm and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Zolip contains zolpidem which is a sedative & hypnotic agent. It is presumed that zolpidem works by producing the calming effect on the brain by decreasing the excessive neuronal activity of the brain which induces sleep.
No, Zolip is not addictive but it can lead to dependency if taken in higher doses for the longer duration. Since Zolip is prescribed for the short-duration treatment of insomnia, you are advised not to take in more than the recommended doses and for a longer duration to avoid dependency on this drug for inducing sleep.
Yes, Zolip is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as dizziness, lack of energy, and rash. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes Zolip can be taken with Benadryl (diphenhydramine). Benadryl does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Zolip. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ambien® (zolpidem tartrate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 406-407
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1296-1298