Nitrest (Zolpidem)

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Brand Name: Nitrest

Generic Name: Zolpidem

Manufacturer/Agent: Sun Pharma

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Formulation: tabs

Strength: 10mg

Pack size: 30

Trade Price: KES 1,020.00

Retail Price: @ KES 45.33

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Class: Anxiolytics/sedatives/hypnotics/neuroleptics (CNS agents)

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Molecular Formulae: (C19H21N3O)2.C4H6O6 = 764.9

Precautions: Alcohol. myasthenia gravis. severe hepatic impairment.

Indications/Uses: Short-term management of insomnia; 10mg nocte.

Interactions: Decreased effect: rifampicin. increased effect: macrolides, azole antifungals, diltiazem, verapamil.

Side Effects: Palpitations. headcahe. drowsiness. dizziness. amnesia. rash. nausea. constipation/diaarhoea. sinusistis.

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