Brand name: Sanval
Active substance: Zolpidem
Packaging: box 20 x 10mg tablets
Shipped from: Europe

Zolpidem is a drug used for the short-term treatment of insomnia (sleeping pill). It works quickly (usually within 15 minutes) and has a short half-life (2-3 hours), but will last longer in patients with hepatic failure. Some trade names of zolpidem are Ambien, Stilnox, Stilnoct, or Myslee. Zolpidem belongs to a class of medicines that effects the central nervous system, called sedative hypnotics. Zolpidem is closely related to a family of drugs called benzodiazepines. These drugs cause sedation, muscle relaxation, act as anti-convulsants (anti-seizure), and have anti-anxiety properties. Zolpidem has selectivity in that it has little of the muscle relaxant or anti-seizure effect and more of the sedative effect. Therefore, it is used as a medication for sleep.

It is also used off-label to treat restless leg syndrome.

Zolpidem should be taken without food at bedtime to induce a rapid onset of sleep. Zolpidem is metabolized by the liver and dosages need to be decreased in patients with liver dysfunction (hepatitis). Lower doses should be used in the elderly because of their decreased ability to metabolize the medication.

Before taking any prescription medicine, it is important that you consult your doctor!