Nap Information

Nap, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Suspension, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Insomnia.

The right dosage of Nap depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Nap have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Nap are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Nap has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Nap's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Nap related warnings section.

Nap can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Nap in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Liver Disease, Lung Disease. Other contraindications of Nap have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Nap may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Nap is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Nap Benefits & Uses
Nap Dosage & How to Take
Nap Side Effects
Nap Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Nap with Other Drugs
Nap Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Nap
Nap Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Nap Benefits & Uses

Nap is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Insomnia

Nap Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Insomnia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Insomnia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Insomnia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Nap Related Warnings

Is the use of Nap safe for pregnant women?

Nap can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Nap, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Nap safe during breastfeeding?

Nap should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Nap on the Kidneys?

Nap may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Nap on the Liver?

Nap may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Nap on the Heart?

Using Nap does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Nap with Other Drugs

Nap should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Nap Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nap unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Myasthenia Gravis
Liver Disease
Allergy
Lung Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Nap

Is this Nap habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Nap can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Nap, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Nap can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Nap should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Nap has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Nap Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nap

You can take Nap with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Nap

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Nap as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 405

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Mogadon (nitrazepam)