The drug Stilnox® contains the active ingredient zolpidem. Zolpidem has a similar effect to benzodiazepines. It belongs to the group of so-called GABA agonists, i.e. it stimulates the GABA receptors in the brain, which mediate attenuating processes. Stilnox® thus promotes sleep. Its half-life is about two to three hours. The active ingredient zolpidem is currently … Stilnox
Risk of dependency The risk of becoming dependent on Stilnox® is relatively high. This is especially true if the drug is taken for longer than four weeks. To avoid dependence, the therapy should therefore be as short as possible. In addition, the daily dose of a maximum of one film-coated tablet (or half a film-coated … Risk of dependency | Stilnox
Interactions If other drugs are taken at the same time as Stilnox® therapy, undesirable interactions may occur. For example, the effect of Stilnox® may be intensified if other sleeping pills, painkillers (e.g. opioids/opioids), antidepressants, antiepileptics or sedatives (tranquilizers) are taken at the same time. The same applies to the antibiotic ciprofloxacin. Alcohol can also intensify … Interactions | Stilnox
