Nitrazepam Benefits & Uses

Nitrazepam is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Insomnia

Nitrazepam 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

Nitrazepam Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Nitrazepam is used -

Nitrazepam Related Warnings

Is the use of Nitrazepam safe for pregnant women?

Nitrazepam can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Nitrazepam, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Nitrazepam safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Nitrazepam on the Kidneys?

Nitrazepam rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Nitrazepam on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Nitrazepam on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Nitrazepam on the Heart?

Nitrazepam is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Nitrazepam with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Nitrazepam Contraindications

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

Myasthenia Gravis
Liver Disease
Allergy
Lung Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Nitrazepam

Is this Nitrazepam habit forming or addictive?

Yes, you can get addicted to Nitrazepam. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Nitrazepam. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Nitrazepam is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

Yes, Nitrazepam is useful in treating mental disorders.

Yes

Nitrazepam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nitrazepam

It is safe to take Nitrazepam with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Nitrazepam

Taking alcohol with Nitrazepam can be dangerous.

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)