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Description
Dormin 5 MG Capsule is a hypnotic and sedative which is used in severe sleep disorder. This medicine may increase the risk of habit forming tendency if taken for a long duration or at larger doses. Do not stop abruptly taking this medicine as it may cause withdrawal symptoms like convulsions, behavioral disorder, tremor, and anxiety.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Dormin 5 MG Capsule
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Dormin 5 MG Capsule
Dizziness
Unsteadiness
Uncontrolled body movements
Confusion
Tremors
Skin rash
Visual disturbances
Difficulty in breathing
Nausea
Decreased in frequency of urination
Uses of Dormin 5 MG Capsule
What is it prescribed for?
Insomnia
Dormin 5 MG Capsule is used in the treatment of severe sleep disorder.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The effect of this medicine can be observed in 30 to 60 minutes.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 6 to 8 hours.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Consumption of alcohol with this medicine is not recommended as it increases the risk of side effects like dizziness, difficulty in concentration. Do not perform activities that require mental alertness like driving or operating machinery.Is this a habit forming medicine?
Habit forming tendency has been reportedCan this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended in breastfeeding women.
Allergy
Not recommended in patients with known allergy to Dormin 5 MG Capsule or other benzodiazepines.
Myasthenia gravis
Not recommended in patients with a history of myasthenia gravis.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended in breastfeeding women.
General warnings
Withdrawal symptoms
Dormin 5 MG Capsule should not be stopped immediately without informing the doctor due to the risk of withdrawal symptoms like convulsions, behavioral disorder, tremor, and anxiety. Gradual dose reduction should be made based on the outcomes in the patient.
Myasthenis gravis
Dormin 5 MG Capsule should be used with caution in patients with myasthenia gravis due to the increase in the risk of muscle weakness.
Impaired liver function
Dormin 5 MG Capsule should be used with caution in the patients with mild to moderate liver injury. Lowest possible doses should be initiated and increase the dose based on the patient's response. This medicine is not recommended in patients with severe liver impairment.
Suicidal thoughts
Use of benzodiazepines in depression conditions may increase the risk of suicide. Therefore this medicine should be used with caution and prescription size should be limited in patients with depression or suicidal tendencies.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of Dormin 5 MG Capsule, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it’s almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Use of benzodiazepines with alcohol will increase the central nervous system and respiratory system depression.
Instructions
Consumption of alcohol with this medicine is not recommended as it increases the risk of side effects like dizziness, difficulty in concentration. Do not perform activities that require mental alertness like driving or operating machinery.
Interaction with Medicine
Opoids
Antihypertensives
Primaquine
Disease interactions
Seizures
The sudden stop of Dormin 5 MG Capsule may cause withdrawal effects and can precipitate seizures. The dose should be reduced gradually. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting the doctor.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Dormin 5 MG Capsule as instructed by your doctor. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor as it may cause withdrawal symptoms.
Miscelleneous
How it works
It works by acting on receptors in the brain and releases chemicals which causes sleep.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Benzodiazepines
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 16 Nov 2017
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