Zolway Information
Zolway is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Insomnia.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zolway. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Zolway have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Zolway normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Zolway's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Zolway has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Zolway related warnings section.
Zolway is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Depression, Angioedema are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zolway contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Zolway have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Zolway is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Zolway Benefits & Uses
Zolway is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Zolway 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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Zolway Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zolway 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)
Zolway Related Warnings
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Is the use of Zolway safe for pregnant women?
Zolway may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Zolway again without your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
Is the use of Zolway safe during breastfeeding?
Zolway may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Zolway, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Zolway.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Zolway on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Zolway on the kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Zolway on the Liver?
Zolway is rarely harmful for the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Zolway on the Heart?
Zolway is completely safe for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Zolway with Other Drugs
Zolway should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Zolway Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zolway unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Depression
- Angioedema
- Suicidal Tendency
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Frequently asked Questions about Zolway
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Is this Zolway habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Zolway cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Yes -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Zolway, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Zolway can make you drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Zolway only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Zolway can help with mental disorders.
Yes
Zolway Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Zolway
It is safe to take Zolway with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Zolway
Consuming Zolway with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Severe
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This medicine data has been created by -
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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
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
