Nitrazepam is a drug belonging to the class of drugs Benzodiazepines (hypnotics and sedatives). The drug helps alleviate symptoms of severe anxiety and insomnia. Additionally, it is used as a sedative, anticonvulsant, and muscle-relaxing drug. Nitrazepam also helps cure amnesia. Some common side effects of this drug include nausea, vomiting, dizziness, sleepiness, disorientation, unsteadiness, fatigue, etc. Nitrazepam is sold under the brand name Mogadon.
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My 91-year-old mother experiences withdrawal symptoms due to changes in her medications. Why?
Query: Hello doctorMy mother is 91 years old and is very healthy and bright. She has been taking 5 mg of Nitrazepam for years at night to help her sleep. I do not know why but her doctor has changed it to Zolpidem 5 mg. This was a week ago. Over the last few days, she started to display what I recognized c... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. I have gone through the detailed history you have given. In my opinion, we should not change ongoing medicine for sleep if she is doing good. I will suggest you continue with Nitrazepam only. Do not start with Zolpidem. Is it possible... Read Full »