Zonesta 5mg Tablet

Navigating your medication can sometimes be challenging. This page addresses common questions and provides detailed information about Zonesta 5mg Tablet, including its uses, how to take it correctly, what side effects might occur, and important advice on managing your treatment effectively. We aim to make understanding Zonesta 5mg Tablet as clear and straightforward as possible for you.

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Salt Combination: Zaleplon (5mg)
Brand: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Uses: Insomnia

Description

Zonesta 5mg Tablet is used to treat insomnia
It reduces sleep onset time and frequent awakening at night
This medicine improves sleep maintenance and therefore ensures sound sleep
Zonesta 5mg Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach, preferably before going to bed
However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body
Take Zonesta 5mg Tablet in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor as it is habit-forming
Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
Some common side effects of this medicine include lightheadedness, impaired coordination, and tingling sensation
However, these are temporary and resolve on their own after some time
It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you and do not take alcohol with it as it may worsen the dizziness
Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, hallucinations, or suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.
Before taking Zonesta 5mg Tablet, inform your doctor about all other medicines that you are taking, so that your doctor can advise if taking this medicine is right for you
Consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are suffering from any liver or kidney problems
You should avoid smoking and alcohol while using this medicine
Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should not use this medicine
However, if the need arises, please consult your doctor before using it.

Cautions

Liver:	CAUTION: Zonesta 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zonesta 5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Zonesta 5mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Kidney:	CAUTION: Zonesta 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zonesta 5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.^Limited information is available on the use of Zonesta 5mg Tablet in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate kidney disease.
Driving:	UNSAFE: Zonesta 5mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Zonesta 5mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Zonesta 5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol:	UNSAFE: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Zonesta 5mg Tablet.
Drug Action:	Non-Benzodiazepine Hypnotics (Z-Drugs)
Therapeutic class:	NEURO CNS
Habit Forming:	Yes
Chemical Class:	Pyrazolopyrimidine Derivative

Uses of Zonesta 5mg Tablet

Insomnia

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Zonesta 5mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

FAQs

Frequestly asked Questions

Side Effects

Common and Known Side effects of Zonesta 5mg Tablet

Dizziness
Lightheadedness
Impaired coordination
Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)

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