Manufacturer : Nitrazepam (10mg)

Made In: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION Nitrosun 10 Tablet is used for treating insomnia. It is generally used in combination with other medicines. It relaxes the brain and helps to treat people who have problems with their sleeping habits. Nitrosun 10 Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor as it has a high potential of habit-forming. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may cause nausea and anxiety. It should only be used for a limited period as long-term use of this medicine is not recommended. Nitrosun 10 Tablet may cause dizziness and drowsiness as side effects, so do not drive if you have taken this medicine. Moreover, driving under the influence of this medicine is also considered as an offense. Other common side effects of this medicine include sedation, unsteadiness, impaired coordination, numbed emotions, reduced alertness, and fatigue. These are usually temporary and resolve on their own. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away. It should be noted that in elderly patients this medicine may reduce muscle tone and increased the risk of falls. You should avoid alcohol intake while taking this medicine as it will increase drowsiness. USES OF NITROSUN TABLET Treatment of Insomnia BENEFITS OF NITROSUN TABLET In Treatment of Insomnia Nitrosun 10 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. Nitrosun 10 Tablet 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 NITROSUN 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 Nitrosun Dizziness Sedation Drowsiness Unsteadiness Impaired coordination Fatigue HOW TO USE NITROSUN 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. Nitrosun 10 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. HOW NITROSUN TABLET WORKS Nitrosun 10 Tablet is a benzodiazepine. It works by increasing the action of a chemical messenger (GABA) which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain. SAFETY ADVICE warnings Alcohol UNSAFE It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Nitrosun 10 Tablet. warnings Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Nitrosun 10 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor. warnings Breast feeding CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Nitrosun 10 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. warnings Driving UNSAFE Nitrosun 10 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Nitrosun 10 Tablet may cause side effects such as reduced alertness, confusion, tiredness, dizziness, poor muscle coordination and double vision. This may affect your ability to drive. warnings Kidney CAUTION Nitrosun 10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Nitrosun 10 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. warnings Liver CAUTION Nitrosun 10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Nitrosun 10 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Nitrosun 10 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease. WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE NITROSUN TABLET? If you miss a dose of Nitrosun 10 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.