What Nitrazepam tablets are and what they are used for?
Nitrazepam belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines that are known for their sedative properties. Nitrazepam is a powerful hypnotic drug that causes sedation, relieves anxiety, amnesia, and convulsions, and also relaxes skeletal muscles. It shortens the time required to fall asleep and lengthens the duration of sleep. This medicine is only recommended in adults and the elderly for short-term treatment of severe sleeplessness (insomnia) that also causes distress.
How it works?
Nitrazepam is a benzodiazepine compound having sedative properties. It shortens the time required to fall asleep and lengthens the duration of sleep. It acts in 30 to 60 minutes to produce sleep lasting up to 6 to 8 hours.
How to take Nitrazepam tablet?
Always take this medicine following the instructions of your doctor or pharmacist.
Treatment should be for a short duration of time and must be started with the lowest effective dose. The maximum dose should not be exceeded. Generally, the duration of treatment varies from a few days to two weeks, with a maximum of four weeks; including the tapering-off process (gradually reducing the dose before ending the treatment). Dosage should be adjusted on an individual basis. If possible, the treatment should be on an intermittent basis. Long-term chronic use of this medicine is not recommended.
Dose:
Adults: 5 mg before sleep. This dose may be increased by up to 10 mg. Do not give this medicine to children under 12 years of age.
Method of administration: For oral administration only.
Take the medicine just before going to bed and making sure you can sleep for 7-8 hours without being disturbed after taking the tablets.
Swallow the whole tablet with water or with some other non-alcoholic drink, without crushing or chewing the tablet.
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