Zolpidem is a sedative, also called a hypnotic (‘Zolpidem’ 2015). According to Du et al. (2014), Zolpidem is a type of prescription medication used for the treatment of various brain disorders and insomnia. Zolpidem was discovered using ‘rational drug design’. Rational drug design is an inventive process of finding new medications based on the knowledge of a biological target (Madsen et al. 2002). According to Olsson (n.d.), researchers were studying mice under the influence of drugs when they discover that Zolpidem can improve the condition of insomnia. It is illegal for anyone younger than 18years old to use Zolpidem (‘Zolpidem’ 2015). This is because Zolpidem cause addiction. Other than that, there are quite a number of side effects when
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There are quite a few of side effects which could be caused by consuming Zolpidem and drowsiness is one of the most common effect. Therefore, it is highly recommended to not engage in activities which might injure one, for example, driving.There a few other side effects which is uncommon, this including confusion or amnesia (lost of memory). Many people reported to be engaged in various activities like making phone calls, eating and even driving after consuming Zolpidem, but afterwards, they do not remember doing those activities (‘Zolpidem’ …show more content…
Therefore, elderly are advised to take less portion than an adult. Other than that, Antai-Otong (2006) stated that Zolpidem causes an increased risk of falls and may also induce adverse cognitive effects.
Studies on pregnant animals had shown that the use of Zolpidem increased the chances of harming the fetus. Therefore, Zolpidem is recommended for use during pregnancy only when benefits outweigh risk (‘Zolpidem pregnancy warnings’ n.d.). Other than that, mother who often breast-feeding their child should prevent the use of Zolpidem.As Zolpidem may results in drowsiness, it is recommended to take Zolpidem when going to sleep. Using of Zolpidem is especially not recommend when engaging various activities like driving. These activities are not only restricted to the use of Zolpidem, but all hypnosis drugs as well. It is not recommended to use Zolpidem if you have lactose allergy, as Ambien contains lactose. Other than that, if you are diagnosed with diseases such as lung disease, kidney disease or liver disease, it is suggested to refuse the use of Zolpidem. It is important to ask the doctor before taking the sleeping pills.Zolpidem has the potential of being misuse medically, which is when the drug is used to obtain “high” (Griffiths & Johnson 2005). Zolpidem is just like any other typical drug, it is addictive once you start consuming it. Therefore, amount of Zolpidem used should be according
There are quite a few of side effects which could be caused by consuming Zolpidem and drowsiness is one of the most common effect. Therefore, it is highly recommended to not engage in activities which might injure one, for example, driving.There a few other side effects which is uncommon, this including confusion or amnesia (lost of memory). Many people reported to be engaged in various activities like making phone calls, eating and even driving after consuming Zolpidem, but afterwards, they do not remember doing those activities (‘Zolpidem’ …show more content…
Therefore, elderly are advised to take less portion than an adult. Other than that, Antai-Otong (2006) stated that Zolpidem causes an increased risk of falls and may also induce adverse cognitive effects.
Studies on pregnant animals had shown that the use of Zolpidem increased the chances of harming the fetus. Therefore, Zolpidem is recommended for use during pregnancy only when benefits outweigh risk (‘Zolpidem pregnancy warnings’ n.d.). Other than that, mother who often breast-feeding their child should prevent the use of Zolpidem.As Zolpidem may results in drowsiness, it is recommended to take Zolpidem when going to sleep. Using of Zolpidem is especially not recommend when engaging various activities like driving. These activities are not only restricted to the use of Zolpidem, but all hypnosis drugs as well. It is not recommended to use Zolpidem if you have lactose allergy, as Ambien contains lactose. Other than that, if you are diagnosed with diseases such as lung disease, kidney disease or liver disease, it is suggested to refuse the use of Zolpidem. It is important to ask the doctor before taking the sleeping pills.Zolpidem has the potential of being misuse medically, which is when the drug is used to obtain “high” (Griffiths & Johnson 2005). Zolpidem is just like any other typical drug, it is addictive once you start consuming it. Therefore, amount of Zolpidem used should be according