Generic Zoltrate 10 mg

Description

In the United States, around 25 % of people are suffering from the problems of insomnia or sleep disorders, where people are unable to sleep properly. Zoltrate 10 mg medicine helps patients with sleep disorders to get a sound sleep. If patients are going through sleeping problems, they may wake up early and be unable to lay asleep soon.

Insomnia can lead to difficulty in concentrating, daytime fatigue, and other problems. All these conditions can impact on physical or mental health of the patients.

Zoltrate 10 mg tablets may be recommended by healthcare experts as a short-term therapy option for treating sleep disorders that are known as insomnia.

It helps in reducing sleep onset time and constant awakening or disturbance at night. Zoltrate improves sleep quality and also ensures people stay asleep throughout the night.  It belongs to a group of medicines called non-benzodiazepine hypnotics. This medication consists of hypnotic, sedative, and anticonvulsant (manages fits) properties.

Zoltrate 10 mg is approved by the Food and Drug Association (FDA) for the treatment of insomnia and other sleep disorders. This medication is a controlled substance and is classified as a Schedule IV controlled substance under the Controlled Substances Act of 1970 (CSA). Zoltrate 10 mg is a brand name drug and zolpidem tartrate its generic variant. This tablet contains zolpidem tartrate as an active ingredient. It works by slowing down the activity of nerve cells in the brain, leading to a sedative effect.

How Does it Work?

A natural chemical messenger in the brain called the GABA receptor is responsible for decreasing the activity level of brain cells. This process makes the patient feel relaxed and helps to fall asleep immediately. Around 2-3 hours is the half-life of the Zoltrate 10 mg drug.

Uses of 10 mg Zoltrate:

It helps individuals to stay asleep during the night and reduces the number of awakenings throughout the night. Zoltrate 10 mg is also used to treat sleep maintenance insomnia, which is characterized by constant awakenings during the night. This drug helps insomnia patients to fall asleep quickly and stay asleep for a long time and also improves the quality of sleep. Zoltrate 10 mg reduces the time it takes to fall asleep, making it easier for individuals to drift off to sleep.

Sleeping pills should only be used after recommendations given by a healthcare professional and for a short period. This drug can be habit-forming and may lead to addiction or dependence.

Dose & Dosage of Zoltrate 10 mg Drug:

Zoltrate is available in Oral tablet forms and Sublingual tablets.

Dosages of Zoltrate 10 mg Drug

For adults, the starting dose of 10 mg, is advised once a day, immediately before bedtime.

The dose may be increased or decreased to 5 mg or 15 mg depending on the individual’s response to treatment. The maximum dose is 10 mg every day.

Zoltrate 10 mg tablets should not be crushed or chewed.

Interactions with Other Medications

Zoltrate 10 mg may interact with other drugs, which are as follows-

• Rifampicin (Coxbact, Rifacure, Tubercin)
• Clotrimazole (Clowil, Odis, Kamestin)
• Fluconazole (Geoflu, Con F, Fucan)
• Itraconazole (Itraspan)

Side Effects

• Agitation
• Double vision (Diplopia)
• Depression
• Dizziness
• Sleepiness
• Headache
• Nausea
• Tiredness
• Stomach pain
• Memory loss
• Vertigo
• Vomiting
• Back pain
• Hives
• Swelling on the face or tongue
• Problem in breathing
• Dry mouth

Precautions:

• Patients should always store their medication at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and light.
• Patients should inform their medical history to their healthcare professionals before starting the treatment.
• This medication can interact with other drugs, herbals, or other vitamin supplements. Do not take other drugs unless you have discussed them with your healthcare professionals.
• Do not drive after taking Zoltrate 10 mg medication because it can cause severe side effects, such as dizziness, sleepiness, etc.
• Patients who are consuming the Zoltrate 10 mg drug are suggested to avoid consumption of alcohol. This can result in adverse effects on a patient’s health.
• Patients with severe liver disease, kidney disease, etc. They are not recommended for the Zoltrate 10 mg drug.
• Zoltrate 10 mg drug is habit-forming, so patients are advised to take it as directed and not stop taking it without consulting their healthcare experts.