Side Effects:

Common Fatigue, Dizziness, Sleepiness, Unsteadiness, Uncoordinated body movements, Numbed emotions, Impaired concentration.

Expert advice for Hypnopam Tablet
If you are taking Hypnopam for the treatment of insomnia and anxiety, it should not be used more than 4 weeks. It may become less effective over the time. It causes sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Hypnopam, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems. The addiction / habit-forming potential of Hypnopam is very high.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Hypnopam a benzodiazepine?
Hypnopam is a sedative-hypnotic drug which belongs to the benzodiazepine group of medicines.

Q. What does Hypnopam treat?
Hypnopam is indicated for the short-term treatment of insomnia (sleeplessness).

Q. How does Hypnopam works?
Hypnopam belongs to a group of sedative-hypnotic medicines known as benzodiazepines. It works by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.

Q. Does Hypnopam work?
Hypnopam works in patients with insomnia (inability to sleep) in a dose and for a duration as advised by your doctor.

Q. Does Hypnopam help with anxiety?
Hypnopam is not indicated for the treatment of anxiety. Please consult your doctor for the proper diagnosis and treatment of anxiety.

Q. Is Hypnopam a controlled drug?
Hypnopam is not a controlled drug. However, it is a prescription drug which is available only when prescribed by a doctor.

Q. Is Hypnopam stronger than alprazolam?
Alprazolam is more potent when compared to Hypnopam with an equivalent milligram. There are differences in their pharmacokinetic properties as well. However, the preference of drug will vary depending on the indication.

Q. Is Hypnopam stronger than temazepam?
Hypnopam is more potent when compared to temazepam with an equivalent milligram. there are differences in their pharmacokinetic properties as well. However, the preference of drug will vary depending on the indication.

Q. Is Hypnopam stronger than diazepam?
Hypnopam is relatively more potent when compared to diazepam with an equivalent milligram and there are differences in their pharmacokinetic properties as well. However, the preference of drug will vary depending on the indication.

Q. Is Hypnopam dangerous?
Hypnopam is a benzodiazepine drug used in the treatment of insomnia. It is a prescription drug and is safe to use in the dose, frequency, and duration as per the doctor's advice.

Q. Is Hypnopam stronger than zopiclone?
Hypnopam is a benzodiazepine whereas zopiclone is a nonbenzodiazepine sedative-hypnotic. Though they act on the same receptor, there are differences in their mechanism of action, so, vary in their pharmacological effects.

Q. Is Hypnopam a narcotic?
Hypnopam is not a narcotic substance. However, it is a prescription drug which should only be taken as per the doctor's advice.

Q. Can I take Hypnopam with an amitriptyline?
Co-administration of Hypnopam with amitriptyline may produce central nervous system depressant effect. Consult your doctor before taking the two drugs together.

Q. Can you take Hypnopam with diazepam?
Hypnopam with taken with diazepam may produce central nervous system depressant effect. Talk to your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can you take Hypnopam with paracetamol?
Hypnopam is not known to have any clinically significant interaction with paracetamol. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can you take Hypnopam with mirtazapine?
Co-administration of Hypnopam with antidepressant drugs like mirtazapine may produce central nervous system depressant effect. Consult your doctor before taking the two drugs together.

Q. Does Hypnopam get you high?
Hypnopam use has been associated with paradoxical reactions like depressive effects, irritability, delusions, and hallucinations. If you experience any such symptom while using the drug, consult your doctor.

Q. Does Hypnopam cause weight gain?
Hypnopam is not reported to cause weight gain. However, if you experience any change in weight while using the drug, consult your doctor.

Q. Does Hypnopam help you sleep?
Yes, Hypnopam, when administered can produce sleep and is indicated for the treatment of insomnia (inability to sleep).

Q. Does Hypnopam cause constipation?
Hypnopam is not reported to cause constipation. However, if you experience any such symptom while using the Hypnopam, please consult your doctor.

Q. Does Hypnopam cause memory loss?
Hypnopam can rarely cause memory loss (amnesia), especially if the dose exceeds therapeutic levels. If you experience any such problem while using the drug, consult your doctor.