Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR
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Product introduction
Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR is used for short-term treatment of insomnia. It reduces sleep onset time and frequent awakening at night. This medicine improves sleep maintenance and therefore ensures sound sleep.
Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR is used to treat insomnia (inability to fall asleep)
Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR is used to treat insomnia (inability to fall asleep)
Uses of Zolly Tablet SR
Benefits of Zolly Tablet SR
In Treatment of Insomnia
Insomnia is a common sleep disorder in which there is difficulty in falling or staying asleep at night. Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR helps treat insomnia as well as improves sleep quality. Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR works by slowing activity in the brain to allow sleep. This helps you relax and feel more energetic. It also helps you concentrate better and improves your quality of life.
With Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR, your sleep problems should improve within 7 to 10 days. Apart from this, it is advisable to make some lifestyle changes to sleep better.
With Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR, your sleep problems should improve within 7 to 10 days. Apart from this, it is advisable to make some lifestyle changes to sleep better.
Side effects of Zolly Tablet SR
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 Zolly
- Dizziness
- Sleepiness
- Headache
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Memory loss
- Vertigo
- Vomiting
- Back pain
- Agitation
- Double vision
- Depression
How to use Zolly Tablet SR
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. Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR is to be taken empty stomach.
How Zolly Tablet SR works
Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR belongs to a group of medicines called non-benzodiazepine hypnotics. It has hypnotic, sedative, and anticonvulsant (manages fits) properties. It works by binding of the GABAA receptor chloride channel macromolecular complex (a chemical messenger) that slows the activity of the nerve cells in the brain and helps fall asleep.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR 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
Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any kidney disease.
However, inform your doctor if you have any kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR 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.
Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR 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.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR to help you fall asleep faster and sleep for longer.
- It is best taken without food as a high-fat meal can reduce its absorption and effect.
- Take it 30 to 45 minutes before bedtime and only when you have time to sleep for at least 7 hours.
- It makes you feel dizzy next morning. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- It does not affect total sleep time. However, it reduces sleep onset time and frequent awakening at night.
- Never share your medication with any other person who also has a sleep problem.
- Inform your doctor if your sleep doesn’t improve after 7 to 10 days of treatment.
- Stop taking medication and inform your doctor If you experience sleep driving or memory loss.
- Do not stop taking medication suddenly as it may lead to anxiety, mood changes, and restlessness.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Imidazopyridine Derivative
Habit Forming
Yes
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Non-benzodiazepine hypnotics (Z Compounds)
Patient concerns
FAQs
Does Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR make you high?
Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR produces a calming effect on the brain and induces sleep. This calming effect may be perceived as pleasant or feeling high by some individuals. On prolonged use, Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR may also make an individual dependent such that they are not be able to sleep or function normally without taking it.
Does Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR have abuse potential?
Yes, Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR has abuse potential. However, it is more commonly seen in patients with a history of drug abuse, alcohol consumption, and drug addiction. Therefore, doctors should carefully take history of drug abuse from the patient. Moreover, patients with a history of drug abuse or addiction should be closely monitored during Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR therapy.
Can I take Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR with prednisone?
No drug-drug interactions have been found Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR taken with prednisone. However always consult with your doctor before taking these medicines together.
Does Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR help with anxiety?
Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR is used to treat insomnia, which may help ease anxiety in some patients, although doctors do not prescribe Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR for anxiety alone because it does not work in the same manner as other sedatives anti-anxiety drugs
What are the symptoms of an overdose of Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR?
The symptoms of Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR overdose include drowsiness, confusion, problems with coordination, floppy muscles, slow or difficult breathing, and even coma (loss of consciousness for a period of time).
What should I should avoid when taking Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR?
Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR can make you drowsy during the daytime and also decrease your mental alertness. Therefore, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery until and unless you know how Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR affects you. Do not drink alcohol while you are taking Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR. Alcohol can make the side effects of Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR even worse.
Who should not take Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR?
You should not take Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. You should also avoid Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR if you have a history of depression, mental illness, or suicidal thoughts. A person having a history of drug or alcohol abuse or addiction, having kidney or liver disease, having a lung disease or breathing problems should avoid Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR. Also, its consumption is not recommended if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Can I take Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR with food?
No, do not take Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR with or shortly after a heavy, high-fat meal. Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR may not work well if it is taken with high-fat foods.
Can Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR be taken everyday? How long should it be taken?
Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR is used for short-term (2-4 weeks) treatment of insomnia (difficulty falling asleep). It should be taken exactly as prescribed by the doctor. The dose and duration of treatment should not be exceeded else it may lead to dependence (addiction towards medicine).
Does Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR cause dry mouth and affect weight?
Yes, dry mouth is a common side effect of Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR, whereas weight gain is less common with Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR. If you experience weight gain, it could be due to increased appetite.
How long does Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR take to start working?
Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR starts working as soon as you take it and may make you very sleepy. You may remain sleepy for some time after you take the medication. Plan to go to bed right after you take Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR and to stay in bed for 7 to 8 hours. Do not take Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR if you will be unable to go to bed right away and remain asleep for 7 to 8 hours after taking the medication.
What are the withdrawal symptoms of Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR?
Do not stop taking Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR without talking to your doctor. If you suddenly stop taking Zolly 6.25mg Tablet SR, you may experience withdrawal symptoms such as unpleasant feelings, stomach and muscle cramps, vomiting, sweating, shakiness, and rarely, seizures.
How can I improve my sleep without medicines?
You can improve your sleep by avoiding caffeine and nicotine, especially late in the day. Avoid exercise during the four hours before bedtime; daily exercise is beneficial to sleep, but can interfere if done close to bedtime. Avoid large meals in the evening. Avoid taking naps. Go to sleep and wake up at the same time each day. Keep the bedroom as dark as possible and maintain a comfortable temperature. Set aside a time to relax before bed and use relaxation techniques.
What is insomnia?
Insomnia is a common sleep disorder. People with insomnia experience trouble in falling asleep, staying asleep, or both. As a result, they may get too little sleep or have poor-quality sleep, and they may not feel refreshed after waking up.
What are the causes of insomnia?
Insomnia can be of two types- primary or secondary. In primary insomnia, the cause is not known. It can be triggered by life-style changes including long-lasting stress and emotional upset. Whereas, secondary insomnia can be caused due to various reasons such as certain medical conditions (depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, Alzheimer's disease, and Parkinson's disease), medicines, sleep disorders, and substances (caffeine and other stimulants, tobacco and other nicotine products, and alcohol).
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