Leaflet ANDANTE 5mg capsules
Indicated for: insomnia
Route of administration: oral
Substance: zaleplone (sedative-hypnotic)
ATC: N05CF03 (Nervous system | Hypnotics and sedatives | Benzodiazepine related drugs)
This medicine may affect your ability to drive or use machines.
This medicine may cause dizziness or vertigo.
This medicine may cause dependence or be misused.
May slow breathing, especially with alcohol or sedatives.
Avoid alcohol during treatment.
This medicine may have important interactions with other medicines.
Use during breastfeeding only on medical advice.
Use during pregnancy only on medical advice.
Older people may have an increased risk of side effects.
Do not stop treatment abruptly without medical advice.
This medicine may cause drowsiness or reduced alertness.
Zaleplon is a hypnotic medication used for the treatment of insomnia, particularly for difficulties in initiating sleep. It belongs to a class of drugs known as benzodiazepine receptor agonists but has a chemical structure distinct from classical benzodiazepines. Zaleplon works by binding to GABA-A receptors, enhancing the inhibitory effect of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) on the central nervous system, thereby inducing sleep.
Zaleplon is administered orally, usually immediately before bedtime, and its short duration of action makes it suitable for patients who have trouble falling asleep but not for those with difficulty maintaining sleep.
Common side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, headache, and nausea. In rare cases, severe adverse reactions such as abnormal sleep behaviors (e.g., sleepwalking), allergic reactions, or dependence may occur.
Patients using zaleplon should be monitored for signs of abuse or dependence, and long-term use is not recommended. The medication is an effective option for managing short-term insomnia, helping to improve sleep quality and daily functioning.
General data about ANDANTE 5mg
- Substance: zaleplone
- Date of latest medicines list: 01-07-2013
- Product code: W55623001
- Concentration: 5mg
- Pharmaceutical form: capsules
- Quantity: 7
- Product type: Generic medicine
- Prescription status: P-RF - Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.
Concentrations available for zaleplone
- 10mg
- 5mg