Generic Zolpidem 5 mg

Description

Zolpidem 5 mg tablet or white zpl 5 pill drug is a central nervous system (CNS) depressant that slows down the nervous system to treat sleeping disorders (insomnia). It belongs to a class of medicines known as sedative-hypnotics.

Additionally, Zolpidem 5 mg white pills immediate release (IR) oral tablet makes you sleep faster and can be taken in between if staying asleep. It is a prescription medicine. This drug is available in generic and branded versions. The brand medicines of Zolpidem are Ambien, Ambien CR, Zolpimist, Edluar, and others.

Zolpidem 5 mg is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the USA. It is a Schedule IV drug under the Controlled Substance Act (CSA), as it has high potential for addiction and abuse.

Function of Zolpidem 5 mg Drug

Zolpidem 5 mg works by binding the benzodiazepine site of GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) receptors in the brain. This binding helps in the hyperpolarization of neurons by enhancing the duration and frequency of chloride channel opening.

When chloride ions enter the neurons, their excitability is decreased, which lowers the chance of pain signals flowing in the central nervous system (CNS). The brain functions more slowly as a result of the decrease in neural activity, which promotes rest and sleep.

Uses of Zolpidem 5 mg(ZPL 5 pill) Drug

Zolpidem 5 mg is used for treating sleep disorder or insomnia in patients. This drug helps to improve sleep quality. You can consume this medication if you are having difficulty sleeping or frequently waking up in the middle of the night .

This drug is primarily used for short-term treatment of insomnia.

How and When to Take Zolpidem 5 mg

Take Zolpidem 5 mg as directed by your doctor. Do not take this drug after the meal, instead consume it in an empty stomach for it to work effectively in the body. If you have trouble swallowing the tablet, then you can take sublingual tablets, which completely dissolve by keeping it under your tongue.

When you are going to sleep or facing difficulties sleeping, then take Zolpidem 5 mg drug just before going to bed.

Before bedtime, take Zolpidem 5 mg once daily or as prescribed by your healthcare expert. It starts working within 30 minutes to 2 hours, and the effect of this drug lasts for 6-8 hours. Your doctor may increase or decrease the doses after monitoring your health condition.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Zolpidem 5 mg are mentioned below:

• Diarrhea
• Feeling tired
• Headache
• Daytime drowsiness
• Chest pain
• Dry mouth
• Muscle pain
• Dizziness
• Lightheadedness
• Confusion
• Vomiting
• Loss of appetite
• Fast heartbeat

Serious side effects of Zolpidem 5 mg include:

• Memory loss (amnesia)
• Breathing problems
• Swelling of face or tongue
• Suicidal thoughts
• Weight loss or weight gain
• Hallucinations
• Skin rash
• Yellow eyes or skin
• Hoarseness

Safety Measures

• This drug can be habit-forming causing physical and mental dependence. So, do not take it for a longer time or do not take it often. Take it as directed by your doctor.
• Consuming this drug during the later 3 months of pregnancy may cause harm to the unborn baby. It is better to inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
• Take Zolpidem 5 mg as directed by the healthcare provider.
• Tell your doctor if you have ever had kidney or liver disease, alcohol addiction, breathing disorder, or other health problems.
• Do not suddenly stop taking this medicine, as it may lead to withdrawal symptoms. For instance, sweating, muscle cramps, changes in emotion, etc.
• Do not misuse Zolpidem 5 mg because it may have dangerous side effects such as addiction and can also cause death.
• Do not crush, chew, or divide this medicine, instead, swallow the tablet with a glass of water.
• Read th medication guidelines carefully. Ask your healthcare expert if you have any queries.
• Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
• Before taking this drug, tell your healthcare provider if you are having surgery.
• If you are a taking a sublingual tablet of Zolpidem 5 mg, then place it under your tongue and allow it to dissolve completely.