(Last Updated On: May 13, 2019)

Side Effects of Zolpidem

Zolpidem 10mg like any other sedative have many side effects. there are many side effects of zolpidem, make sure to call a doctor the moment for start experiencing strange symtoms

Zolpidem may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

  • drowsiness
  • tiredness
  • headache
  • dizziness
  • lightheadedness
  • ‘drugged feeling’
  • unsteady walking
  • difficulty keeping balance
  • nausea
  • constipation
  • diarrhea
  • gas
  • heartburn
  • stomach pain or tenderness
  • changes in appetite
  • uncontrollable shaking of a part of the body
  • pain, burning, numbness, or tingling in the hands, arms, feet, or legs
  • unusual dreams
  • redness, burning, or tingling of the tongue (with sublingual tablets)
  • dry mouth or throat
  • ringing, pain, or itching in the ears
  • eye redness
  • muscle aches or cramps
  • joint, back, or neck pain
  • heavy menstrual bleeding

Some side effects of zolpidem can be serious. If you experience any of the following symptoms, or those listed in the SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS section, call your doctor immediately:

  • rash
  • hives
  • itching
  • swelling of the eyes, face, lips, tongue, or throat
  • feeling that the throat is closing
  • difficulty breathing or swallowing
  • hoarseness
  • shortness of breath
  • yellow eyes or skin
  • light-colored stools
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • pounding heartbeat
  • chest pain
  • blurred vision or other vision problems

Zolpidem may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while you are taking this medication.

If you experience a serious side effect, you or your doctor may send a report to the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) MedWatch Adverse Event