Zolpimist Side Effects

Although most people who take Zolpimist do not experience any problems, side effects are possible. In clinical studies, the most common side effects that were reported with this sleep medication include drowsiness, headaches, and dizziness. Many side effects of Zolpimist are mild and do not require medical attention, but you should notify your healthcare provider immediately if you experience chest pain, hallucinations, or memory loss.

Zolpimist Medication Information

An Introduction to Zolpimist Side Effects

As with any medicine, Zolpimist^™ (zolpidem oral spray) can cause side effects. However, not everyone who takes the medication will have problems. In fact, most people tolerate it quite well. If side effects do occur, in most cases, they are minor and either require no treatment or can easily be treated by you or your healthcare provider.

(This article covers many, but not all, of the possible side effects with Zolpimist. Your healthcare provider can discuss a more complete list of Zolpimist side effects with you.)

Common Side Effects of Zolpimist

Zolpimist has been studied extensively in clinical trials. In these studies, side effects occurring in the group of people taking Zolpimist were documented and compared to the side effects that occurred in a similar group of people taking a placebo (a spray with no active ingredients).

Based on these studies, the most common bothersome (but usually not dangerous) side effects of Zolpimist included:

Drowsiness -- in up to 8 percent of people
Headaches -- up to 7 percent
Dizziness -- up to 5 percent
Sinus infection or irritation -- up to 4 percent.

Other common side effects (occurring in 1 to 3 percent of people) included:

Dry mouth
Back pain
Lethargy
A drugged feeling
Flu-like symptoms (such as a fever or chills)
Lightheadedness
Abnormal dreams
Sleeping problems
Diarrhea
Constipation
Sore throat.

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