Stilnoct 6.25mg Tablet

Quick info

Stilnoct 6.25mg Tablet 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. Stilnoct 6.25mg Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach, preferably just before going to bed. However, it is advised to 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 is habit-forming. Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.

How it works

Stilnoct 6.25mg Tablet 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.

Direction of use

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. Stilnoct 6.25mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Tips

• Your doctor has prescribed Stilnoct 6.25mg Tablet 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.
• 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.