• Uses: Sleeping drug

• Chemical Name: Zolpidem Tartrate

• Quantity: 14 Tabs

STILNOX contains the active ingredient zolpidem tartrate. STILNOX is used to initiate and maintain sleep in those with sleeping difficulties, also called insomnia in patients over 18 years of age.

How do I take STILNOX?

How much to take

The usual adult dose of STILNOX is one tablet (10 mg) taken just before you go to bed.

If you are over 65 years of age the dose is half a STILNOX tablet (5 mg) taken just before you go to bed.

If you have a liver problem, the usual recommended dose is half a STILNOX tablet (5 mg).

Do not take STILNOX if you have a severe liver problem.

Your doctor may have prescribed a different dose. The lowest effective daily dose should be used and must not exceed 10 mg. Follow the instructions provided and use STILNOX until your doctor tells you to stop. If you take the wrong dose, STILNOX may not work as well.

If you take too much your consciousness may be impaired (see 'If you take too much STILNOX' below).

Ask your doctor if you are unsure of the correct dose for you. They will tell you exactly how much to take.

When to take STILNOX

Take STILNOX immediately before you go to bed or while you are in bed

STILNOX should only be taken when you are able to get a full night's sleep (7 to 8 hours) before you need to be active again. It should be taken in one dose and not be re-administered during the same night.

How long to take it

Usually, STILNOX or any other medicines to treat sleeping disorders should only be used for short periods (e.g. 2 to 4 weeks). Continuous long term use is not recommended unless advised by your doctor.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure how long to take the medicine for.

How to take STILNOX

Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water unless your doctor has told you take half a tablet.

If you take STILNOX on an empty stomach it may work more quickly