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Zolpidem 10 mg/1

Zolpidem Tartrate · TABLET · ACI Healthcare USA, Inc

10 Recalls on Record
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Zolpidem is a tablet containing zolpidem tartrate at 10 mg/1, taken oral. Manufactured by ACI Healthcare USA, Inc.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Zolpidem
Generic Name
Zolpidem Tartrate
NDC Code (Product)
71093-156
Manufacturer
ACI Healthcare USA, Inc
Strength
10 mg/1
Dosage Form
TABLET
Route
ORAL
Marketing Status
DEA Schedule
Schedule IV (Controlled)
Application #
ANDA077214
Marketing Start
09/24/2020

Recall History

10 Recalls on Record
Class II03/09/2012

Aurobindo Pharma LTD

Adulterated Presence of Foreign Tablets: This product is being recalled becaiuse 30 valacyclovir hydrochloride tablets USP 500 mg were discovered in a bottle labeled Zolpidem Tartrate tables USP 10 mg

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II01/18/2024

SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC

CGMP Deviations: Microbial contamination was reported in stagnant water in the duct of the manufacturing equipment.

CompletedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II04/22/2015

Wockhardt Usa Inc.

CGMP Deviations: Firm did not adequately investigate customer complaints.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II03/15/2021

Cardinal Health Inc.

CGMP Deviations: Intermittent exposure to temperature excursion during storage.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II05/21/2013

American Health Packaging

Unit Dose Mispackaging: This recall event is due to a random undetected packaging issue which could increase the potential for a small number of individual unit dose blisters to be packed with more than one tablet.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II04/22/2015

Wockhardt Usa Inc.

CGMP Deviations: Firm did not adequately investigate customer complaints.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II01/18/2024

SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC

CGMP Deviations: Microbial contamination was reported in stagnant water in the duct of the manufacturing equipment.

CompletedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class III07/13/2015

Purdue Pharma L.P.

Failed dissolution specifications

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class III03/31/2016

Purdue Pharma L.P.

Failed Dissolution Specifications

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II07/02/2013

Aidapak Services, LLC

Labeling: Label Mixup; ZOLPIDEM TARTRATE Tablet, 2.5 mg (1/2 of 5 mg) may be potentially mislabeled as TEMAZEPAM, Capsule, 7.5 mg, NDC 00378311001, Pedigree: AD22861_7, EXP: 5/8/2014.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

drug ineffective4,157 reports
completed suicide3,897 reports
toxicity to various agents3,796 reports
nausea3,718 reports
fatigue3,577 reports
fall2,941 reports
diarrhoea2,784 reports
headache2,742 reports
drug abuse2,682 reports
pain2,620 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Zolpidem Tartrate Tablets is indicated for the short-term treatment of insomnia characterized by difficulties with sleep initiation. Zolpidem Tartrate Tablets has been shown to decrease sleep latency for up to 35 days in controlled clinical studies [see Clinical Studies ( 14 )]. The clinical trials performed in support of efficacy were 4–5 weeks in duration with the final formal assessments of sleep latency performed at the end of treatment. Zolpidem Tartrate Tablets, a gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) A receptor positive modulator, is indicated for the short-term treatment of insomnia characterized by difficulties with sleep initiation. ( 1 )

Dosage & Administration

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Use the lowest dose effective for the patient and must not exceed a total of 10 mg daily ( 2.1 ) Treatment should be as short as possible ( 2.1 ) Recommended initial dose is a single dose of 5 mg for women and a single dose of 5 or 10 mg for men, immediately before bedtime with at least 7-8 hours remaining before the planned time of awakening ( 2.1 ) Geriatric patients and patients with mild to moderate hepatic impairment: Recommended dose is 5 mg for men and women ( 2.2 ) Lower doses of CNS depressants may be necessary when taken concomitantly with Zolpidem Tartrate Tablets ( 2.3 ) The effect of Zolpidem Tartrate Tablets may be slowed if taken with or immediately after a meal ( 2.4 ) 2.1 Dosage in Adults Use the lowest effective dose for the patient. The recommended initial dose is 5 mg for women and either 5 or 10 mg for men, taken only once per night immediately before bedtime with at least 7-8 hours remaining before the planned time of awakening. If the 5 mg dose is not effective, the dose can be increased to 10 mg. In some patients, the higher morning blood levels following use of the 10 mg dose increase the risk of next-day impairment of driving an

Contraindications

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Zolpidem Tartrate Tablets is contraindicated in patients who have experienced complex sleep behaviors after taking Zolpidem Tartrate Tablets [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] with known hypersensitivity to zolpidem. Observed reactions include anaphylaxis and angioedema [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] Patients who have experienced complex sleep behaviors after taking Zolpidem Tartrate Tablets ( 4 ) Known hypersensitivity to Zolpidem ( 4 )

Drug Interactions

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS CNS depressants, including alcohol: Possible adverse additive CNS- depressant effects ( 5.1 , 7.1 ) Opioids: Concomitant use may increase risk of respiratory depression ( 5.7 , 7.1 ) Imipramine: Decreased alertness observed ( 7.1 ) Chlorpromazine: Impaired alertness and psychomotor performance observed ( 7.1 ) CYP3A4 inducers (rifampin or St. John's wort): Combination use may decrease effect ( 7.2 ) Ketoconazole: Combination use may increase effect ( 7.2 ) 7.1 CNS-Active Drugs CNS Depressants Coadministration of Zolpidem with other CNS depressants increases the risk of CNS depression. Concomitant use of Zolpidem with these drugs may increase drowsiness and psychomotor impairment, including impaired driving ability [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 , 5.2 )]. Zolpidem Tartrate was evaluated in healthy volunteers in single-dose interaction studies for several CNS drugs. Alcohol An additive adverse effect on psychomotor performance between alcohol and oral Zolpidem was demonstrated [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 , 5.2 )] Opioids The concomitant use of Zolpidem Tartrate Tablets with opioids may increase the risk of respiratory depression. Limit dosage and dura

Adverse Reactions

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the labeling: Complex Sleep Behaviors [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] CNS-depressant effects and next-day impairment [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Severe anaphylactic and anaphylactoid reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] Abnormal thinking and behavior changes [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] Withdrawal effects [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.9 )] Most commonly observed adverse reactions were: Short-term (<10 nights): Drowsiness, dizziness, and diarrhea Long-term (28-35 nights): Dizziness and drugged feelings ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact ACI Healthcare USA, Inc. at 1- 888-802-1213.or www.acihealthcareusa.com or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch . 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Associated with Discontinuation of Treatment Approximately 4% of 1,701 patients who received Zolpidem at all doses (1.25 to 90 mg) in U.S. premarketing clinical trials discontinued treatment because of an adverse reaction. Reactions most commonly associated with discontinuation from U.S. trials were daytime drowsiness (0.5%),

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Zolpidem used for?

Zolpidem contains Zolpidem Tartrate. It is a tablet taken oral. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is Zolpidem a controlled substance?

Yes, Zolpidem is classified as CIV under the DEA Controlled Substances Act.

What is the generic name for Zolpidem?

The generic name for Zolpidem is Zolpidem Tartrate. There are 12 other brand versions of Zolpidem Tartrate.

What is the NDC code for Zolpidem 10 mg/1?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Zolpidem 10 mg/1 is 71093-156, listed by ACI Healthcare USA, Inc.