Hypnocent Information

Hypnocent is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Insomnia are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The correct dosage of Hypnocent depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Hypnocent as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Hypnocent go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Hypnocent has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Hypnocent's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Hypnocent related warnings section.

Hypnocent is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Liver Disease, Lung Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Hypnocent contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Hypnocent with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Hypnocent, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Hypnocent Benefits & Uses
Hypnocent Dosage & How to Take
Hypnocent Side Effects
Hypnocent Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Hypnocent with Other Drugs
Hypnocent Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Hypnocent
Hypnocent Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Hypnocent Benefits & Uses

Hypnocent is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Insomnia

Hypnocent Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Insomnia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Insomnia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Insomnia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Hypnocent Related Warnings

Is the use of Hypnocent safe for pregnant women?

Hypnocent may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Hypnocent, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Hypnocent safe during breastfeeding?

Hypnocent may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Hypnocent on the Kidneys?

Hypnocent rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Hypnocent on the Liver?

Side effects of Hypnocent rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Hypnocent on the Heart?

Hypnocent is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Hypnocent with Other Drugs

Hypnocent should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Hypnocent Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Hypnocent unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Myasthenia Gravis
Liver Disease
Allergy
Lung Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Hypnocent

Is this Hypnocent habit forming or addictive?

Hypnocent can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Hypnocent as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Hypnocent should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, this Hypnocent works for mental disorders.

Yes

Hypnocent Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Hypnocent

Taking Hypnocent with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Hypnocent

Taking Hypnocent with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 405

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Mogadon (nitrazepam)