Zolnoxs Side Effects

Zolnox (zolpidem) is a medication commonly used for short-term treatment of insomnia, but it can cause several side effects, which range from common and mild to serious or even life-threatening^[1]^[3]^[5].

Common side effects:

Drowsiness or next-day grogginess
Headache
Dizziness or feeling lightheaded
Muscle pain or aches
Dry mouth or a bitter/metallic taste
Diarrhea
Palpitations (fast or irregular heartbeat)
Feeling tired or sleepy the next day

These mild adverse effects usually disappear with time, but if they persist, consult a healthcare provider^[3]^[5]^[7].

Serious side effects:

Severe allergic reactions: swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat; trouble breathing; skin rash or hives
Abnormal thoughts or behaviors: agitation, aggression, hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that are not real), delusions, acting more outgoing than usual, memory loss (amnesia), depression or worsening depression, suicidal thoughts or behavior changes
Complex sleep-related behaviors: performing activities (like driving, eating, or having sex) while not fully awake and having no memory of it
Difficult or painful urination, chest pain, fainting, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), unusual bleeding or bruising
Trouble breathing or shallow breathing
Severe drowsiness, difficulty awakening, confusion, or collapse
Increased risk of falls, especially in older adults

Immediate medical attention is required if any signs of a severe allergic reaction, severe drowsiness, confusion, hallucinations, depression, or thoughts of self-harm occur^[1]^[3]^[5]^[7]^[8].

Precautions:

Use caution with alcohol or other CNS depressants, as these can increase the risk of dangerous side effects^[4].
Impaired alertness can persist into the next day, affecting activities like driving^[2]^[4].
There is an increased risk of falls and cognitive impairment, particularly in older adults^[2].

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