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Zolcalm 10mg Tablet

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Introduction of Zolcalm Tablet

Zolcalm 10mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of insomnia. It helps to synchronize the body’s biological day-night rhythm. It resolves trouble falling asleep and ensures sound sleep.

Zolcalm 10mg Tablet is a combination of melatonin agonist and non-benzodiazepine hypnotics (Z compounds).

Uses of Zolcalm Tablet

Benefits of Zolcalm Tablet

In Insomnia

Zolcalm 10mg Tablet helps treat insomnia (difficulty falling or staying asleep) in people who have problems related to their sleeping habits. Insomnia may cause you to wake up earlier than usual and you may find it difficult to go back to sleep. It works by slowing down the abnormal activity of nerves in the brain to allow sleep. It also improves the sleep-wake cycle and restores it to normal. This helps you relax, feel calm and more energetic. It also helps you concentrate better and improves your quality of life.

Side effects of Zolcalm Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Zolcalm

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness

How to use Zolcalm Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Zolcalm 10mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Zolcalm 10mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zolcalm 10mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zolcalm 10mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Zolcalm 10mg Tablet is safe as per American Association of Pregnancy.
Driving
UNSAFE
Zolcalm 10mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Zolcalm 10mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
However, based on the limited information available it is advised that Zolcalm 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Zolcalm 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zolcalm 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Zolcalm 10mg Tablet is generally started at a low dose in patients with mild to moderate liver disease and is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take Zolcalm Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Zolcalm 10mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
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Quick tips

Zolcalm Tablet

  • Zolcalm 10mg Tablet helps promote sleep in people who have difficulty sleeping.
  • Take the tablet before going to bed. This will help the medicine to work later in the night.
  • Do not drink alcohol while you are taking Zolcalm 10mg Tablet because it will reduce its effectiveness in helping you to sleep.
  • Apart from taking this medicine, incorporate these tips to prevent insomnia: 
    1. Try to reduce the amount of caffeine you drink, especially in the afternoon and evening. 
    2. Avoid eating heavy meals before bedtime. 
    3. Exercise early in the day, rather than in the evening.
    4. Reduce screen time before going to bed.
    5. Keep regular sleeping hours.
    6. Create a sleeping environment by switching off lights and having an ambient room temperature.
    7. If you are unable to sleep, do not lie down on the bed worrying about it. Get up and do something you find relaxing until you feel sleepy again, then go back to bed.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
Yes
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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Dear doctor, I have been prescribed anxit 0.5 and Zolcalm 5 and rexite plus for my chronic insomnia. I am consulting for this issue only recently since i am a bity wary of using sleeping medicines of their drug dependency. Kindly help with your suggestion. Thank You.
Dr. Vikas Sharma
Neurology
Avoid anxit Causes addiction
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SHE HAS CKD PROBLEM FAST 5 YEARS AND frequently urine infection she is getting . at present she is not sleeping properly, and if we will use qutipin 50mg,and zolcalm 10mg and she will get good sleep,food eat properly. if she is not sleeping she wont eat food. SHE USE URINE BED.
Dr. Vikas Sharma
Neurology
these medicine are ok
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