Zosleep is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zosleep is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Zosleep safe for pregnant women?
Zosleep should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Zosleep safe during breastfeeding?
Zosleep may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Zosleep on the Kidneys?
Zosleep has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zosleep on the Liver?
Side effects of Zosleep rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Zosleep on the Heart?
Side effects of Zosleep rarely affect the heart.
Zosleep should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zosleep unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zosleep habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Zosleep cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Zosleep as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Zosleep is safe but it should be taken as per the doctor's prescription.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Zosleep works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zosleep
Some foods when eaten with Zosleep can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zosleep
Consumption of alcohol and Zosleep together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Zosleep might cause constipation. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of constipation is unknown. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.
Zosleep is a brand name of midazolam and it is available in the form of a tablet, injection, and nasal spray. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs known as the benzodiazepine (Sedatives and Hypnotics). It is used for induction and maintenance of anesthesia. It is also used to relieve anxiety, and to sedate patients in ICU (intensive care unit) as well as to sedate patients before diagnostic and medical procedures such as endoscopy.
No Zosleep alone does not help with pain but it is given along with pain-killer drugs such as fetanyl to help with pain during the medical procedure. Zosleep induces conscious sedation which allows the patient to undergo a medical procedure by inducing decreased levels of consciousness that does not require intubation.
No, Zosleep does not cause diarrhoea. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
No, Zosleep does not cause urinary retention. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
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References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; – Hypnovel® (midazolam)