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| Prescription Sonata Drug Information |
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Sonata Uses? |
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Sonata is used to help treat temporary sleep problems, or insomnia. |
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Sonata Directions? |
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If you have trouble falling asleep, take one Sonata pill to help fall asleep. It's best to take Sonata when you have a minimum of four hours available to sleep. This will reduce the number of waking side effects experienced. Read and follow the package directions carefully. Do not take Sonata after a fattening or heavy meal. Do not take more than prescribed or for a longer time than directed. Sonata is classified as a drug that may be habit forming. If you've been taking it for more than two weeks, don't suddenly stop taking it, since uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms may result. |
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Sonata Side Effects? |
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When taking Sonata, you may experience drowsiness, headache, nausea, or upset stomach. These should fade, but if they do not or are bothersome, talk to your doctor. If you have any serious side effects such as dizziness, weakness, loss of coordination, muscle joint pain, contact your doctor immediately. Other side effects are rare, but possible, and include mental or mood changes, persistent trouble sleeping, memory problems, loss of appetite, tingling of the hands or feet, rash, itching, tremors, eye/ear problems, fast/slow/irregular pulse, chest pain, trouble breathing, blood in the stool, unusual thirst, or change in amount of urine. If you experience any of these effects, tell your doctor immediately. |
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Sonata Warnings? |
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Tell your doctor your medical history, including: allergies, liver disease, lung/breathing problems, mental/mood problems (e.g., depression), alcohol use or drug dependence. Avoid alcohol, as it may aggravate certain side effects of this drug (e.g., dizziness, drowsiness). Use caution when performing tasks requiring alertness (e.g., driving). You may have trouble sleeping the first few nights after you stop using this medication. This problem usually goes away after one or two nights. If sleep problems persist, consult with your doctor. Use with caution in the elderly, as they may be more sensitive to the effects of this medication. This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. This medication passes into breast milk. Because of the potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this medication is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast- feeding. |
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Sonata Drug Interactions? |
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Because of the potential for interactions with Sonata, tell your doctor about all medication you take. Make sure they are aware of any ulcer medication (e.g., cimetidine), rifamycin antibiotics (e.g., rifampin, rifabutin), or antidepressants (e.g., imipramine, amitriptyline). You should also tell your doctor about anything causing drowsiness such as anti-anxiety drugs, anti-seizure medications (e.g., phenytoin, phenobarbital, carbamazepine), sedatives, other medicines for sleep, tranquilizers, psychiatric medications (e.g., thioridazine), narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), muscle relaxers, or antihistamines that cause drowsiness (e.g., diphenhydramine). |
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Sonata Missed Dose? |
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Not applicable. |
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Sonata Storage? |
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Store at room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 to 25 degrees C) away from light and moisture. |
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Anything Else I Should Know About Sonata? |
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If you or anyone else has overdosed on Sonata, you should call the poison control center or go to the emergency room. Symptoms of an overdose are drowsiness; sluggishness; slow, shallow breathing; loss of coordination; confusion; and loss of consciousness.
Never share your medication with anyone else. |
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Other Prescription Drugs |
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NOTE: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that the use of the product is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before taking the product. |
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