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Zolpidem Pharmacology
FromReal Life Pharmacology - Pharmacology Education for Health Care Professionals
Zolpidem Pharmacology
FromReal Life Pharmacology - Pharmacology Education for Health Care Professionals
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Length:
16 minutes
Released:
Feb 6, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Zolpidem enhances the action of GABA which is an inhibitor neurotransmitter.
Zolpidem metabolism can be impacted by the use of CYP3A4 inhibitors. Concentrations can rise on account of this potential interaction.
It is important to remember to go slowly when tapering off zolpidem. Particularly in patients who have been on the drug for a long time or those who are on higher doses.
Abnormal sleeping behaviors like sleep-walking, eating, or driving have been reported with zolpidem.
Remember that CNS depressant drug interactions can happen with zolpidem. Take note of any other sedating medications prior to starting zolpidem.
Zolpidem metabolism can be impacted by the use of CYP3A4 inhibitors. Concentrations can rise on account of this potential interaction.
It is important to remember to go slowly when tapering off zolpidem. Particularly in patients who have been on the drug for a long time or those who are on higher doses.
Abnormal sleeping behaviors like sleep-walking, eating, or driving have been reported with zolpidem.
Remember that CNS depressant drug interactions can happen with zolpidem. Take note of any other sedating medications prior to starting zolpidem.
Released:
Feb 6, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode
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