Dactive Information
Dactive is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Insomnia.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Dactive. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Dactive side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Dactive are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Dactive is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Dactive's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Dactive related warnings section.
Dactive can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Dactive in conditions like Depression, Angioedema. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Dactive contraindications section.
Additionally, Dactive may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Dactive is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Dactive Benefits & Uses
Dactive is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Dactive 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
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Dactive Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dactive is used -
Moderate
- Memory problems
- Hallucinations
- Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)
Mild
- Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
- Headache
- Agitation
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea or vomiting
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Dry Mouth
- Drowsiness
- Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
Dactive Related Warnings
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Is the use of Dactive safe for pregnant women?
Dactive can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Dactive right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Moderate -
Is the use of Dactive safe during breastfeeding?
Dactive can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Dactive on the Kidneys?
Dactive is not harmful for kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Dactive on the Liver?
Dactive has very mild side effects on the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Dactive on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Dactive for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Dactive with Other Drugs
Dactive should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Dactive Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dactive unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Depression
- Angioedema
- Suicidal Tendency
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Frequently asked Questions about Dactive
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Is this Dactive habit forming or addictive?
Dactive can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.
Yes -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Dactive. So it is best to avoid driving.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Dactive only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Dactive can help with mental disorders.
Yes
Dactive Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Dactive
It is safe to take Dactive with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Dactive
Consumption of alcohol and Dactive together may have severe effects on your health.
Severe
Frequently asked Questions about Dactive
Question over 6 years ago
Does Dactive cause anxiety?
Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine
Yes, Dactive might cause anxiety in some cases. It is a rare side effect of this drug. This effect is reversible in nature and the anxiety is relieved after discontinuation of this drug. If you are experiencing anxiety more frequently after taking this drug then discuss this with your doctor.
Question about 7 years ago
How does Dactive work?
Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician
Dactive contains zolpidem which is a sedative & hypnotic agent. It is presumed that zolpidem works by producing the calming effect on the brain by decreasing the excessive neuronal activity of the brain which induces sleep.
Question about 6 years ago
Can I take Dactive with fluoxetine?
Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Dactive can be taken with fluoxetine. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with fluoxetine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Question over 6 years ago
Is Dactive a benzodiazepine?
Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections
No, Dactive 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.
Question almost 7 years ago
Does Dactive cause weight loss?
Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections
No, Dactive does not cause weight changes (weight gain or loss). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. However, if you are experiencing any unusual weight changes then it might be due to some medical condition and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ambien® (zolpidem tartrate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 406-407
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ambien® (zolpidem tartrate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 406-407
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1296-1298
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ambien® (zolpidem tartrate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 406-407
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1296-1298
