Sove IT 12.5mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Ipca Laboratories Ltd
Salt Composition
Zolpidem (12.5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Sove IT 12.5mg Tablet is used for short-term treatment of insomnia. It reduces sleep onset time and frequent awakening at night.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Sove IT 12.5mg 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.
Directions for 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. Sove IT 12.5mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How it works
Sove IT 12.5mg 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.
Quick Tips
Your doctor has prescribed Sove IT 12.5mg 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.
Frequently asked questions
Does Sove IT 12.5mg Tablet make you high?
Sove IT 12.5mg Tablet 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, Sove IT 12.5mg Tablet may also make an individual dependent such that they are not be able to sleep or function normally without taking it.
Does Sove IT 12.5mg Tablet have abuse potential?
Yes, Sove IT 12.5mg Tablet 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 Sove IT 12.5mg Tablet therapy.
Can I take Sove IT 12.5mg Tablet with prednisone?
No drug-drug interactions have been found between Sove IT 12.5mg Tablet and prednisone. However, always consult with your doctor before taking these medicines together.
Does Sove IT 12.5mg Tablet help with anxiety?
Sove IT 12.5mg Tablet is used to treat insomnia, which may help ease anxiety in some patients, although doctors do not prescribe Sove IT 12.5mg Tablet for anxiety alone because it does not work in the same manner as other sedatives or anti-anxiety drugs.
What are the symptoms of an overdose of Sove IT 12.5mg Tablet?
The symptoms of Sove IT 12.5mg Tablet overdose include drowsiness, confusion, slow breathing, and loss of consciousness. Seek immediate medical attention in case of any symptoms.
How long does Sove IT 12.5mg Tablet take to start working?
Sove IT 12.5mg Tablet 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 Sove IT 12.5mg Tablet and to stay in bed for 7 to 8 hours.
What are the withdrawal symptoms of Sove IT 12.5mg Tablet?
Do not stop taking Sove IT 12.5mg Tablet without talking to your doctor. If you suddenly stop taking Sove IT 12.5mg Tablet, 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).
