SWIDON (Nitrazepam, 5mg) x 30 TABLETS. Generic name: Nitrazepam. Brand name: Swipha. Class: Benzodiazepines. Pack size: 30 tablets. Form: Tablets. Strength: 5 mg. Amount: ₦2,100 Description: Swidon (Nitrazepam, 5mg) is a benzodiazepine derivative used primarily for the short-term treatment of severe insomnia and anxiety. It has sedative, anxiolytic, anticonvulsant, and muscle relaxant properties. Nitrazepam works by enhancing the effects of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), a neurotransmitter that inhibits activity in the brain, leading to a calming effect. Key features: • Helps in reducing the time taken to fall asleep and increases the duration of sleep. • Reduces severe anxiety and panic disorders. • Used in the management of certain types of seizures. • Provides relief from muscle spasms and tension. Side Effects: • Drowsiness, fatigue, dizziness, confusion. • Impaired coordination and balance. Caution: • Not recommended for children under 12. • Elderly patients should use lower doses. • Avoid in severe hepatic impairment, respiratory depression, acute pulmonary insufficiency, myasthenia gravis, sleep apnea, porphyria. • Avoid alcohol and other CNS depressants. • Risk of dependence, tolerance and withdrawal symptoms with long-term use.
