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Zolnyt is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Insomnia are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The right dosage of Zolnyt depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Zolnyt have been listed ahead. These side effects of Zolnyt are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Zolnyt has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Zolnyt's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Zolnyt is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Depression, Angioedema are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Zolnyt have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Zolnyt have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Zolnyt is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Zolnyt 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 Zolnyt safe for pregnant women?
Zolnyt may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Zolnyt, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Zolnyt safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Zolnyt. If you see any side effects, stop taking Zolnyt immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Zolnyt again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Zolnyt on the Kidneys?
Zolnyt is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Zolnyt on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Zolnyt on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Zolnyt on the Heart?
You can take Zolnyt without any fear of damage to the heart.
Zolnyt 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 Zolnyt unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zolnyt habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Zolnyt cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Zolnyt as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Zolnyt should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Zolnyt works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zolnyt
Taking Zolnyt with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zolnyt
Consumption of alcohol and Zolnyt together may have severe effects on your health.
No, Zolnyt is not addictive but it can lead to dependency if taken in higher doses for the longer duration. Since Zolnyt 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, Zolnyt might raise your blood pressure (hypertension). It is a known side effect of this drug. The normal levels of blood pressure are restored after discontinuation of this medicine. If you are already suffering from hypertension then your doctor might monitor your blood pressure during follow-ups.
Rarely, Zolnyt 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.
No, Zolnyt is not a benzodiazepine. It is a nonbenzodiazepine drug that belongs to the class of drug known as imidazopyridine which produces sedative effects similar to the benzodiazepines.
No, Zolnyt does not cause hair loss (alopecia). Scientific research suggests that there is no direct association between the use of Zolnyt and hair loss. If you are experiencing hair loss after taking this drug then the possibility of other factors which may be causing hair loss.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 406-407
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